When La’Shee and her family welcomed their daughter Capri into the world, she was just a tiny bundle of hope and joy. But life took an unexpected turn when Capri was only
seven months old. A cancer diagnosis shattered their world, replacing the innocence of infancy with the stark realities of hospitals, treatments, and uncertainty.
The news was devastating. Parents imagine their children facing scraped knees, colds, and milestones like first steps or first words — not chemotherapy, hospital stays, and life-threatening illness. For Capri’s family, the diagnosis meant navigating a world they had never expected: one filled with medical jargon, decisions with life-altering consequences, and the constant fear of losing a child so small and precious.
From the very first day, the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and its Jimmy Fund Clinic became an anchor for Capri and her family. “Our care team at Dana-Farber was incredible from day one,” recalls La’Shee, Capri’s mother. “We were treated with compassion, kindness, and dedication. We could feel how hard everyone was working for patients and families. Knowing Capri’s team was in her corner gave me strength and comfort in the hardest moments.”
This support was not just clinical; it was deeply human. Nurses, doctors, and specialists treated Capri as if she were their own, and they extended the same care to her parents, offering reassurance, guidance, and empathy through every step of the journey. For families like Capri’s, that combination of medical expertise and human kindness can make the impossible feel achievable, even on the darkest days.
Capri underwent rigorous treatment at Dana-Farber — a combination of therapies designed not just to combat cancer, but to give her the best chance at a full and thriving life
. Through every infusion, every procedure, and every sleepless night, her tiny body displayed courage and resilience far beyond her age. And through it all, her family found solace in knowing she was in the hands of a team devoted to
her survival and her future.
Today, Capri is a happy, healthy, and thriving toddler, soon to celebrate her second birthday in January. She is cancer-free, a living testament to the lifesaving care she received at Dana-Farber. Her laughter, her milestones, and her boundless curiosity are the tangible rewards of a team’s dedication and a family’s unwavering love. Capri’s journey underscores a profound truth: with expert care, compassion, and community support, children facing cancer can grow up to achieve what once seemed impossible.
This GivingTuesday, December 2, Capri’s story serves as a reminder that every donation has the power to transform lives. Contributions to the Jimmy Fund help support the next generation of lifesaving treatments, giving children like Capri the chance to not just survive, but to thrive. Research, clinical care, and patient support rely on the generosity of people who believe in hope, courage, and the future of children battling cancer.
And this year, your gift has even greater impact: Arbella Insurance will triple-match every donation, amplifying the reach of each contribution. As a token of appreciation, donors will also receive a
limited-edition Dana-Farber hat, a symbol of solidarity, hope, and commitment to the mission of supporting children like Capri.
Capri’s journey is more than a story of survival; it is a story of community, generosity, and the profound difference that arises when compassionate care meets unwavering support. From the first terrifying days of diagnosis to her vibrant present, every step has been made possible by the dedication of medical teams and the love of supporters around the world.
Through the Jimmy Fund, donors are not only contributing to cutting-edge research and treatment; they are giving families the gift of time, milestones, and memories that might otherwise be impossible. Every donation fuels hope, every contribution nurtures courage, and every act of generosity ensures that children like Capri can grow up to celebrate birthdays, take their first steps, and fill their homes with laughter once more.
Capri’s story reminds us that even in the face of cancer, hope is real, miracles happen, and community matters. This GivingTuesday, join the fight. Support the Jimmy Fund. Give children like Capri the chance to live, to laugh, and to thrive — today, tomorrow, and for a lifetime.
