When Aina walks into a room, get ready! She sings, she dances, she performs — and her family, her friends and even her cat have a front-row seat for All Things Aina. She was preparing for a role in a local children’s theater when doctors diagnosed her with cancer. Even during treatment, her sassy spirit shined.
Her family connected with Connor’s Heroes after receiving a Heroes Bag and Backpack. Then blue envelopes with gift cards magically arrived every month. A free house cleaning from partner Maid Brigade gave them a much-needed break. And on a particularly tough clinic day, Jillian, Connor’s Heroes Program Director, showed up with lunch from their favorite food cart — just when they needed it most.
Now, with treatment behind her, one thing is certain: Aina is ready to take center stage once again!
Aina • 9 years old
Diagnosed with Kidney and Wilms Tumor in July 2024
Cancer made us feel isolated, but Connor’s Heroes gave us a community. Every family facing childhood cancer deserves the love and support we received from Connor’s Heroes.
