Make a Difference in the Life of a Child Battling a Recurrence of Cancer
Our Mission
In loving memory of Lauren "ELLE" Richmond
CREATING MEMORIES OF JOY FOR CHILDREN WITH CANCER & GRANTING FINAL WISHES FOR CHILDREN BATTLING A RECURRENCE
Remember you are not just making a donation,
you are granting a wish.
Newest Wish Granted
Newest Wish Granted
Newest Wish Granted
Keaton - One ELLE of a Zion National Park & Antelope Canyon Family Adventure
Keaton, a 13 year-old from Brazil, Indiana, wanted to explore Utah with his family and experience nature's beauty at Zion National Park and Antelope Canyon.
A fabulous family time, documented by the many photos that avid photographer Keaton took, was had by the
Keaton - One ELLE of a Zion National Park & Antelope Canyon Family Adventure
Keaton, a 13 year-old from Brazil, Indiana, wanted to explore Utah with his family and experience nature's beauty at Zion National Park and Antelope Canyon.
A fabulous family time, documented by the many photos that avid photographer Keaton took, was had by the whole family.
Adventures included a stay at the Zion Mountain Buffalo Ranch, a hike in the Zion Narrows, complete with wetsuits (on Keaton’s must-do list), and a guided tour of Antelope Canyon. The trip ended with a stay at the Paris Las Vegas Hotel!
His family sent this lovely note to ELLE:
"We wanted to say thank you to the ELLE Foundation for granting Keaton's wish to go to Zion National Park and Antelope Canyon! The trip came together quickly and in perfect timing! Keaton had scans the week we got back and that trip allowed us to forget about all things cancer for a week and just enjoy quality time together with family. It was amazing!! We still can't believe it honestly! It was like a dream come true for Keaton and our entire family! This blessing was much needed!"
From Keaton:
Thank you for granting my wish to go to Zion National Park and Antelope Canyon. I have wanted to go there for a long time and you made that possible! I got to hike the Narrows which was one of the main things on my list while there. Antelope Canyon was crazy and more than I expected. Our last night in Vegas we stayed in a cool hotel and I got to see the lights at night. My big brother got to go which made it even more fun! Thank You!!
Please view this video thank you to ELLE from Keaton and his family:
Newest Wish Granted
Newest Wish Granted
Newest Wish Granted
Jayden: One ELLE of a Metallica Wish Come True
Jayden, an 18 year old from West Chester, Ohio plays the guitar and not only loves the band Metallica but enjoys playing their music.
This August Jayden, along with his parents Cassie and Jay, younger sister Chloe and girlfriend Zoe, traveled to Minneapolis for a Metallica Concert along with a
Jayden: One ELLE of a Metallica Wish Come True
Jayden, an 18 year old from West Chester, Ohio plays the guitar and not only loves the band Metallica but enjoys playing their music.
This August Jayden, along with his parents Cassie and Jay, younger sister Chloe and girlfriend Zoe, traveled to Minneapolis for a Metallica Concert along with a private Meet & Greet with the members of the band.
Each member of the band came in individually to spend some time with Jayden with Robert talking about band history and Lars discussing what it takes to be a great drummer (something Jayden is interested in), to James signing Jayden's wheelchair and Kirk talking about the skills and challenges involved in tuning his guitar - a model that Jayden also plays. All band members were impressed with Jayden's wealth of knowledge about the band and their music.
To sum up the experience for Jayden and his family, we share with you this note from Jayden's mother:
"I am so thankful for the ELLE Foundation Inc for making Jayden's wish come true! I haven’t seen him smile like this in so long. Metallica was amazing! They each took time and spoke with him and even gave him tips about his guitar. Chloe made some bracelets and gave some to the band! We got some pictures of them wearing them on stage. My momma heart is so full that he got to experience this. Jay and I are so thankful for the ongoing support. Laurie and Denise were absolutely wonderful."
Newest Wish Granted
Newest Wish Granted
Newest Wish Granted
Genesis - One ELLE of an Oregon Coast Seaside Family Adventure
Genesis, a 16 year-old from Sweet Home, OR, is very close to all of her siblings and loves spending time with them. Her Oregon Seaside wish is so that they can all be together away from hospitals and just enjoy a family vacation.
Although ELLE can not grant the one wish Genesis
Genesis - One ELLE of an Oregon Coast Seaside Family Adventure
Genesis, a 16 year-old from Sweet Home, OR, is very close to all of her siblings and loves spending time with them. Her Oregon Seaside wish is so that they can all be together away from hospitals and just enjoy a family vacation.
Although ELLE can not grant the one wish Genesis and her family really want, ELLE can grant them time together, time to restore their minds and spirits, and time to create memories their hearts will cherish forever.
A relaxing time was spent by all, and this note was received from the family:
Dear ELLE Foundation’s Team,
We thank you for giving us a chance to go to seaside and make a new family memory.
Thank you for everything you did for us.
God Bless You
ELLE'S Upcoming Wish
Meet Chase
Meet Chase
Meet Chase
One ELLE of a 10th Birthday Orlando Celebration
Meet Chase, a 9 year old from Canton, Ohio. Chase was originally diagnosed with Neuroblastoma at the age of 2. He is now battling a recurrence since 2023 at the age of 8 and is being treated at Akron Children's Hospital. Chase would like a family vacation so they can all enjoy everything that Orlando has to offer together.
In his wish letter Chase wrote," I have to fight and stay strong and positive for myself and my family. The reason the second wish is important to me is that I would like to do something special with my family so we have a special moment together just in case something does happen, I pray all the time I'm going to get through all of this once again and beat this cancer and be free from it for good".
Meet Tripp
Meet Chase
Meet Chase
One ELLE of a Charleston/Outer Banks Adventure
Meet Tripp, a 16 year old from Derby, Kansas. Tripp was diagnosed with neuroblastoma at the age of 3. Now, 10 years later, he is battling this cancer for the 4th time.
Tripp is an avid fan of the show “Outer Banks”. In his wish letter Tripp writes, "It is my dream vacation to visit the beautiful beaches and have extraordinary adventures like John B. And Sarah Cameron had on the show." Tripp wants to visit the top filming locations, collect seashells and visit the lighthouses.