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We give HOPE…we share LAUGHTER…We are storytellers. The Gold Hope Project is a group of photographers aiming to gift families battling pediatric cancer free photo sessions for their little fighters. The Gold Hope Project’s goal is to make sure that these already over-burdened families have an everlasting documentation of the joy and whimsy of their children while simultaneously raising awareness of and funds for pediatric oncology research and treatment.

Inspiration for The Gold Hope Project came from Ava, a beautiful and eternal five-year-old little girl who loved to laugh and give kisses. Ava was diagnosed with a rare and terminal brain tumor, at only four years old. As too many families understand, this news was devastating to Ava’s family. While they were thrust into the world of chemo, radiation, scans and the imminent discomfort of their baby, they had to face a plain fact. Although they were fighting to save her, the odds were that they would lose her.

During her battle with cancer, photos of Ava took on a new meaning. Because of the lack of hope in her terminal diagnosis, the photos were no longer simply a way to document her growing up, but now carried the heavy burden of immortalizing her every trait. Her parents needed to hold on to the sparkle in her eyes and her every single smile. They needed a pause button for her life and photos became their remote control.

A photographer friend gifted a photo session to Ava shortly before she passed away. She wore a pretty pink dress and played with golden glitter…two of Ava’s favorite things. At this photo shoot, Ava wasn’t sick. She was a girl enjoying life-singing, smiling and laughing…and so began The Gold Hope Project. Because all families touched by childhood cancer deserve moments like that filled with happiness and HOPE.

More info: goldhopeproject.com

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After Two Cancer Battles, Emma Is Now Cancer Free

After Two Cancer Battles, Emma Is Now Cancer Free

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Lilya
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

There's those two cutie pies, and then there's Emma.

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Ava Was Diagnosed With A Fatal Brain Tumor (dipg) In 2011. She Passed Away In 2012

Ava Was Diagnosed With A Fatal Brain Tumor (dipg) In 2011. She Passed Away In 2012

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Noelle Is A Survivor Of Wilms Tumor

Noelle Is A Survivor Of Wilms Tumor

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Yvonne Bernal
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This smile is not unusual for cancer patients... especially the kids. You just don't hear them complain. I often wonder if it isn't because they have always known pain and nothing else. Sad to see such youngsters having to go through such turmoil.

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Parker Battled Medulloblastoma, Twice. He Passed Away Early This Year

Parker Battled Medulloblastoma, Twice. He Passed Away Early This Year

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Olivia Is A Bone Marrow Recipient Who Is Now A Leukemia Survivor

Olivia Is A Bone Marrow Recipient Who Is Now A Leukemia Survivor

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Mya Was Diagnosed With Germ Cell Tumor And Now Is Almost A Year Cancer Free

Mya Was Diagnosed With Germ Cell Tumor And Now Is Almost A Year Cancer Free

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Nate Is A Leukemia Survivor

Nate Is A Leukemia Survivor

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Ava Is A Leukemia Survivor And Even Wrote A Book For Cancer Patients

Ava Is A Leukemia Survivor And Even Wrote A Book For Cancer Patients

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Madison Was Diagnosed With Neuroblastoma In 2013. She Struggles With Late Effects From Her Cancer Treatments

Madison Was Diagnosed With Neuroblastoma In 2013. She Struggles With Late Effects From Her Cancer Treatments

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Noah Is Currently In Treatment For Leukemia. His Whole Family Shaved Their Heads When He Lost His Hair

Noah Is Currently In Treatment For Leukemia. His Whole Family Shaved Their Heads When He Lost His Hair

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Luke Was Diagnosed With Retinoblastoma Eye Cancer When He Was Only 14 Months Old

Luke Was Diagnosed With Retinoblastoma Eye Cancer When He Was Only 14 Months Old

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Mimi Was Diagnosed With Leukemia At Only One And Half Years Old

Mimi Was Diagnosed With Leukemia At Only One And Half Years Old

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Brendan Is A Retinoblastoma Survivor

Brendan Is A Retinoblastoma Survivor

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Laney Battled A Rare Form Of Aml (acute Myeloid Leukemia). She Passed Away In 2013 On Christmas Morning

Laney Battled A Rare Form Of Aml (acute Myeloid Leukemia). She Passed Away In 2013 On Christmas Morning

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Ronja Rövardotter
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Such a beautiful girl. I can't fight my tears :-( very sad story. It must have been difficult for the family. It was supposed to be morning full of happiness and it turned into sadness. I hope they found proper comfort in their hearts. I think Laney is giving us strong message through this picture. That we should never lost hope. Thank you Laney.

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Gavin Battled Against Leukemia

Gavin Battled Against Leukemia

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Jeremy Is Currently In Treatment For Neuroblastoma

Jeremy Is Currently In Treatment For Neuroblastoma

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judit vagnoni
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7 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

These children are real miracles of life, they don´t give up by disease, they fight, they have hope and continue smiling. They are true heroes of humanity , and that their light become immortalised in nice fhotograph is a beautiful tribute. ¡¡¡Much love for every sick child in the world!!!.Good for you Cynthia.