#RallyKid Jett's Fundraiser
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Rally Kid Jett's Story
On Sunday, March 17, 2024, a little over two weeks after being diagnosed with strep throat, I took my 2-year-old son, Jett, to a local hospital. He had persistent fevers, was pale and lethargic, and had bright blue bruises and petechiae on his legs. After reviewing his symptoms, the doctor mentioned ITP as a possibility but ordered blood work and arranged for transfer to Children's Healthcare of Atlanta (CHOA), warning us the doctors there would move fast and mention cancer. I already knew. His symptoms pointed to leukemia.
We arrived at CHOA at 2:30 a.m. on Monday, March 18. By 3:30, a hematologist confirmed our worst fear: Jett had cancer. Things moved fast—labs were sent for genetic testing, we received a crash course in hematology, and Jett needed immediate transfusions before chemo could begin. Once his counts stabilized, he had his port placed and started treatment. Just four days after diagnosis, we were discharged.
Going home was terrifying. Without the medical team, it felt like leaving the hospital with a newborn. But we figured it out—how each medication made him feel, what foods he could tolerate, how to manage his care while keeping life steady for his four healthy siblings, and how to juggle work and appointments.
Now, 15 months later (as of June 2025), Jett is doing fantastic. Despite a weaker immune system, he’s stayed healthy and is now in the maintenance phase of treatment, with monthly appointments and 11 months to go until he can ring the bell. His siblings have stayed active and supportive, and while our journey has been hard, we’re grateful—it could be worse, and our hearts are with all the families facing childhood cancer.
By buying a shirt, you are directly supporting childhood cancer research through the Rally Foundation. Every day, 47 children are diagnosed with cancer—a heartbreaking statistic that drives our mission forward. Your purchase will contribute to the ongoing efforts to develop better treatments with fewer long-term side effects, and ultimately, find a cure. Stand with us in this critical cause and help bring hope to children and families battling cancer—so that one day, no child has to face this fight.
Rally Foundation is Celebrating our 20th Anniversary
This year, 47 Faces is more than a campaign — it is a special edition celebrating Rally’s 20th anniversary. Give now to honor two decades of progress and help fund the next 20 years of groundbreaking childhood cancer research. Together, we can find better treatments with fewer long-term side effects and, ultimately, cures. Please click this link https://rallyfoundation.org/20-years to learn more about Rally's 20th Anniversary.