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What is Alli's Journey?
Alli's Journey is a charitable organization founded by Alli Shapiro-Amar, a young cancer patient who after struggling for over seven years with Hodgkin's Lymphoma succumbed to her fight in July 2006 at the age of 26.
Alli's Journey supports education, research and support for young adults ages 18-35 with cancer. It mandates to build solid relationships with organizations that provide support for cancer survivors and provide the funds and awareness for initiatives that will help this special segment of the cancer family deal with everyday life.
Comfort Room Dedication
One of Alli’s Journey’s primary initiatives is a Comfort Room, situated in the Wellspring House at Sunnybrook Hospital. The room is a beautiful space which provides a home away from home for young patients dealing with the serious challenges of cancer. In November Alli’s Journey invited some special guests to see the room for themselves ...
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High School Students Earn $10,000 for Alli's Journey with Poignant Video
High School Students Earn $10,000 for Alli’s Journey with Poignant Video!
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New Web Series!
Check out this new web series about cancer and life featuring board member Colleen! You can watch the trailer here.
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Alli's journey movie night!
50/50
February 6, 2012
Starring Seth Rogan, Joseph Gordon-Levitt. Inspired by a true story, a comedy centered on a 27 year old who learns of his cancer diagnosis, and his subsequent struggle to beat the desease.
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