MEET IZZY

Izzy’s fight wasn’t just her own—it was for every kid who’d face it after her. Her legacy isn’t about what she lost. It’s about what she left behind. Her fight was not for nothing.

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Every Child. Every Fight. Advocating for Those Impacted by Childhood Cancer.

Founded by 12-year-old Isabelle (Izzy) Grace Martin in the final months of her battle with osteosarcoma, the foundation advocates for kids with cancer through awareness, research, and support for impacted families.

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2025 TeamIzzy Healthcare Award Winner

On Friday, April 11th, we joined so many others to celebrate 35 years of the Children's Cancer Fund, and that night they raised a record-breaking $3 MILLION!

Spotlight – McCall

McCall and Izzy became good friends at the Episcopal School of Dallas. Since Izzy’s passing, McCall has been determined to find a way for student athletes to raise money for the foundation while playing their sport.

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By the Numbers

ages 10-20

The age at which Osteosarcoma affects adolescents and young adults

under 15 years

Age of diagnosis for the majority of childhood cancers.

~300,000

Number of children who are diagnosed with cancer each year worldwide

~ 4%

Amount of federal cancer research funding allocated to childhood cancer. Childhood cancer receives significantly less research funding compared to other forms of cancer.

15,700 annually

Approximate number of children and adolescents are diagnosed with cancer in the United States, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI)

Advocate

We’re channeling Izzy’s warrior spirit by getting loud–raising awareness, sharing our personal experiences and highlighting resources that offer support.

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Educate

Childhood cancer is underestimated and underfunded. We’re here to change that. Let’s do our part to advance research that gives every child a fighting chance.

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Fund

The money we raise backs research, funds critical treatments, and supports families in the fight against childhood cancer. Because every kid deserves more than a dream—they deserve action.

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Act

We advocate for those who need it most in our community.

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