Faris D. Virani, during his three year journey with a rare form of bone cancer called Ewing Sarcoma, was always bewildered by why more people didn’t recognize the gold ribbon and September as National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month the way they recognized and rallied around other causes. He asked: “Don’t children matter? Aren’t we important? When I grow up, I will Let There Be GOLD.”
Footage courtesy of Texas Children’s Hospital
The Faris Foundation, inspired by the shimmering light of Faris D., is emboldened by his words. Faris was never able to fulfill his wish or see the support of communities around the cause. It is now our highest calling to fulfill the wish of an angel.
Every September, we deepen our commitment to this cause through our public awareness campaign called Let There Be GOLD. We honor every child, family, and angel during the month of September by raising awareness and education around childhood cancer so that our children will have brighter days and better treatments.
For a mother’s perspective on September, please visit: National Childhood Cancer Awareness Month: A Mother’s Perspective.
GOLD IN ACTION
When you “Let There Be GOLD,” you invest with The Faris Foundation and are a part of something transformative. Together, we are bringing brighter days and better treatments to children with cancer.
GOLDEN EVENTS
Parades, spirit days, art parties, and more – our signature series of celebratory golden events in September, and year-round.
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