Dr. Jessica Scerbo, Tackle Kids Cancer Partnership - $50k​

In partnership with Tackle Kids Cancer, this donation will fund programs Dr. Jessica Scerbo is helping to grow:  fertility preservation and behavioral health services. Mya showed clear signs of mental distress during her cancer battle and “always wanted to be a mommy.” Fighting cancer can give tunnel vision. You do not always think about other health priorities because you are so focused on treating the disease, this can leave mental health and fertility underserved. The hospital offers a process to remove and store a child’s ovary. When they reach adulthood, they can choose to harvest eggs for in vitro fertilization. Meanwhile, the behavioral health program focuses on the psychological challenges of cancer care.