Teens Fight Too organization to host ‘Rock the Yacht’ fundraiser in Sacramento
Teens Fight Too, a nonprofit supporting teens with cancer, will hold its “Rock the Yacht” fundraiser on Oct. 3 at Jesuit High School to honor Talon, whose battle inspired the organization.
CARMICHAEL, Calif. —
Teens Fight Too, a nonprofit dedicated to supporting teens battling life-threatening illnesses, is hosting its “Rock the Yacht” fundraiser on Oct. 3 at Jesuit High School in Sacramento.
Patrick Harbison from Teens Fight Too joined KCRA 3 to share details about the event, which will begin at 6 p.m. and feature live music from the Mad Hatters and an auction.
You you can watch the emotional interview in the video above.
Teens Fight Too was founded in honor of Talon Bonanno, who bravely battled Stage 4 High-Risk Neuroblastoma for four years. During his treatment, Talon noticed that many teens lacked age-appropriate comforts and distractions to help them through long hospital stays. His dream was to change that for others, and the organization was created to fill this gap in support for teenagers in the hospital.
Teens Fight Too now continues Talon’s legacy by providing care packages filled with items that bring comfort, entertainment, and a sense of normalcy to teens undergoing treatment. The organization also supports parents and caregivers by fostering a community where they feel heard, understood, and supported during one of the most challenging times in their lives.
Talon was a friend of mine. I met him and his mom at a Make-a-Wish event. Talon was a fighter and he fought until the very end. And he did so with a kind heart and a big smile on his face. He had a peaceful presence no matter what war was raging inside his body.
Talon wanted to be a pediatric oncologist when he grew up. He wanted to help other children fighting cancer. I told him I would be there at his med school graduation. I really believed he could do it.
I know he would have been a great doctor. He had a huge heart for others and especially for other pediatric cancer patients.
I only knew him for a few years, but we shared a love for the Sacramento Kings, fishing, candy, sushi, and laughing out loud. I know he would be happy knowing his mission to help other kids with cancer, continues.
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