Make Me Stronger

A call to action. A cry for help. An opportunity for you to realize your power to give strength to someone affected by a blood cancer (Leukemia, Lymphoma, and Myeloma). Get involved. Make someone stronger.

Fatalis Fatum

Fatalis Fatum. Belonging to fate. Ordained by destiny. It has been spoken. What is destined to be. A divine utterance. Inevitable. It is written.  A belief grounded in some of … Continue reading →

August 20, 2025 · Leave a comment

Me and My Best Friend

For those of you who do not know, my name is Dylan Patel and cancer has impacted my life more than once, although I never had cancer I have witnessed … Continue reading →

September 25, 2023 · 2 Comments

Ripples Into Waves…

As life unfolds our interactions create ripples that guide our journey. If hope and love pass through, creating a steady stream of ripples, they begin to accrue more energy, turning … Continue reading →

January 13, 2022 · Leave a comment

This is 10

  They said I probably wouldn’t be here We thought you would be gone I guess we were all a little wrong This is 10     (since it all began)   … Continue reading →

May 25, 2021 · 2 Comments

A Letter to My Cancer Vol. 2

Dedicated to unwelcomed residents, accepted guests It’s been a few years since my first open letter to you… five to be exact. Not sure about you but I read it … Continue reading →

October 29, 2020 · Leave a comment

Beyond Grateful

  My heart full of emotions, my mind flooded with flashbacks. I turn around and this is what I see staring back at me… Beyond Grateful.   12 weeks later … Continue reading →

July 30, 2020 · Leave a comment

Masterpiece

Dedicated to the artist in all of us, building piece by piece. We are all working on our masterpiece called life. A big jigsaw puzzle made of many pieces, each … Continue reading →

March 29, 2016 · 3 Comments

it is written

Dedicated to her squad and the perfect accessory Summer of 2012 Some people find comfort in their beliefs during difficult times. Others question them because they don’t provide the comfort … Continue reading →

January 21, 2016 · Leave a comment

A Letter to My Cancer

Dedicated to unwelcomed resident. For as long as you have been around, I tried my best to not think about you or address you. You are there, that is undeniable, … Continue reading →

October 28, 2015 · 20 Comments

Heartbroken

Note: Story contributed by E, one of  the primary inspirations behind our “Join the Fight” campaign. When you hear the term “heartbroken”, the first thing that probably comes to your … Continue reading →

March 7, 2013 · 5 Comments

Robin Roberts “What Will Your Answer Be?”

After announcing her diagnosis with myelodysplastic syndrome (MDS) on Good Morning America in June 2012, Robin joined forces with Be The Match to inform the public about the critical need … Continue reading →

December 5, 2012 · Leave a comment

Cheerleaders #MakeMeStronger

What is it with the Indianapolis Colts? Why are they trying so hard to get me to root for them? I used to hate Peyton Manning; but I’m a Broncos … Continue reading →

December 4, 2012 · Leave a comment

My Husband’s Resolve (#makingadifference)

My name is Trupti. A few months prior to our wedding in 2010, my husband’s sister began experiencing health concerns that, unfortunately, led to a diagnosis for Chronic Lymphocytic Leukemia … Continue reading →

November 21, 2012 · 1 Comment

Imagine (#seattlechildrenshospitalvideo)

These nurses help make these families stronger. These families help make these children stronger. These children and this video #makemestronger. Imagine… One of these smiling, dancing, laughing, amazing children in … Continue reading →

November 19, 2012 · Leave a comment

Shreepal, a SAMAR Donor (#touchingvideo)

A real life story from a donor, Shreepal.  The process is relatively painless and you can save a life, but you have to REGISTER! Join the Fight!

November 18, 2012 · 2 Comments

How Can You Register in the Bone Marrow Registry?

Almost one million people in the U.S. are living with a type of blood cancer, such as leukemia, lymphoma or myeloma. In 2012, 140,000 people in the U.S. will be … Continue reading →

November 18, 2012 · Leave a comment

My Sister’s Story (#afightingchance)

My name is Adarsh. In January 2010, my sister began to experience symptoms of an underlying condition. It was not until May 2011, when she was diagnosed with Chronic Lymphocytic … Continue reading →

November 18, 2012 · 7 Comments

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