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San Diego
Room to Heal: Brittany's Journey of Strength and Transformation

Brittany, a 16-year-old fighting AML, shares how her personalized room has provided hope during her challenging journey with cancer.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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San Diego
A Craft and Crochet Dream Room for 11-year-old Yami

For over a year and a half, Yami's life has been a whirlwind of doctor’s appointments, hospital stays, and multiple rounds of chemotherapy.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Nebraska
A Big Girl Room for 3-year-old Fighter Lia Provides Hope for a Big Future

At only 3 years old, Lia has been fighting to survive for most of her life. She wanted a "big girl room" to rest & read her favorite books.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Little Dreamer Molly’s spirit lives on her Hawaii Room

Molly and Emma’s Hawaiian-themed room is a vibrant reminder of the joy and adventure that is still found even in trying times.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Nebraska
A Custom-Built Haven for Nora as she Fights Neuroblastoma

After being on treatment for most of her life, six-year-old Nora has long considered her room to be her uplifting safe and happy space.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Nebraska
A Castle & a Kitchen Bedroom Transformation for Princess Keely

A castle & a kitchen oasis created especially for Princess Keely, offering her a sense of joy for her difficult battle against leukemia.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Bebo's Skateboarding Sanctuary To Face His Recent Relapse

Bebo’s extremely high-risk leukemia resulted in significant mobility limitations, preventing him from pursuing his true passion for skateboarding.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Unique and Colorful Room Design Lifts Adriana’s spirits

Teen Addie’s room transformation is a burst of positivity, bringing her moments of joy and inspiration during her fight against cancer.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
A Gamer’s Paradise lifts Abel’s Spirits Through his fight against AML

Abel and his family received the shocking diagnosis of Acute Myeloid Leukemia (AML), and their world flipped upside-down.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Meela Deserves the Perfect Space to Recover From Cancer

Meela's sweet, sassy and compassionate spirit has persevered throughout treatment. She deserves the perfect space to heal and play.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Cancer is no match for Cecilia's Happy, Goofy, and Fun-loving Personality

Ceci’s room transformation is a reflection of her radiant smile and the incredible strength she shows through every challenge.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Nebraska
Haylee’s Magical Pastel Paradise as she Battles Leukemia

Six-year-old Haylee, diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia, now has a room filled with hope and the strength to keep fighting.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Leukemia Patient Christian’s Room Transformed into a Galaxy Far Far Away

Seven-year-old Christian’s Star Wars and superhero-themed room sparks his imagination and gives him strength.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Creating the Ultimate Place to Play for 6-year-old Nathan

Nathan's life is a testament to his willpower, as he has survived being hospitalized for months at a time and being on life support.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Feature in The Fitchburg Star with Makayla's Bedroom Redesign

Makayla was diagnosed with Tuberous Sclerosis, a rare genetic disorder. She deserves an positive, bright space to recover.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Creating Oliver's Oasis for Healing As He Battles A Second Relapse

Oliver deserves a special oasis filled with art and his favorite things as he prepares to battle cancer for the second time.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Creating the Perfect, Bright Escape for Emmy as she Begins her Clinical Trial

Emmy recently began a clinical trial to increase her chances of a positive prognosis. Now she has a bright space to recover.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
An Uplifting, Glitter-Inspired Space for Valerie

Filling Valerie's room with all the things she loves was a truly special day, bringing moments of happiness as she continues to face treatments.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Nat Endures Chemotherapy with Resilience and Positivity

Nat has shown remarkable strength and resilience. He truly deserves a positive, supportive space where he can focus on healing.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Hailey's Infectious Smile Brings a Joyful and Uplifting Presence into Every Room

Hailey’s room captures her bright spirit and energy, creating a space where she can heal and find strength every day.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
133 chemo treatments and Jared's Intense Battle Against LCH

By the age of 12, Jared had endured 133 chemo treatments with positivity and strength. Jared deserves a positive space to heal.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
A Dream Bedroom Designed for Girly-Girl Ceci as she Recovers and Heals

Cecilia, with her contagious laughter and unwavering spirit, faces each treatment with courage, supported by her healing space.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Macy's Special Place To Heal During a Long Road of Cancer Treatment

This brave 13-year-old girl, on a long road to recovery, now has a sanctuary to rest and heal with love and support.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Seven-year-old Joelle Dances Her Way Through her Cancer Diagnosis

Joelle’s ballet-themed room brings her passion for dance to life, even when she can’t attend class, filling her days with joy.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Dakaicia Dreams of Becoming an Astrotnomist

At merely 12 years old, Dakaicia has endured numerous medical hardships. Through it all, she maintains a hopeful spirit.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Bella Immerses Herself In Creativity to Battle her Cancer Diagnosis.

At only 14 years old, Bella was diagnosed with Rhabdomyosarcoma, a rare cancer. We are excited to create a space for Bella to heal.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Ben Faces his Cancer diagnosis with Unwavering Humor and Positivity

Ben still has a passion for an abundance of activities. Designing Dreams incorporated his favorite hobbies into this space for healing.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Jaxson Bravely Encounters an Autism and Leukemia Diagnosis

Two months after being diagnosed with autism Jaxson is diagnosed with cancer. We were honored to create a space to heal.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Creating a Space for Grant's Hobbies and Passions for him to Heal

As a result of his treatment, he will not have the energy to do the things he loves so we brought the things he loves into his room.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Eleven-year-old Andrew Bravely Faces a Relapse and Begins his Second Battle

At just 11, Andrew is battling his second cancer diagnosis with incredible bravery, surrounded by a room full of love and encouragement.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Creating a Positive Healing Space for Henry to Enjoy all the Things he Loves

Henry’s lively personality now shines even brighter in a space that fosters healing and provides him the peace to rest.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Wild and fun Mason Faces his Diagnosis with a Smile

Mason’s smile never fades, even through the toughest treatments, and his room provides a safe, happy place to recharge.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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General News
Our Founding Story: Lauren and Mardel Bring Designing Dreams to Life

Lauren sought to create an organization that a positive impact on children battling cancer and cancer-like conditions.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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Wisconsin
Jessica Fiercely Battles Three Cancer Diagnosis with Positivity and Hope

Jessica's positive and bright spirits remains strong as she endures her 3rd relapse, countless treatments, and surgeries.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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General News
Our Founder's Story: The Culmination of Creativity and Healing

Designing Dreams transforms bedrooms of kids actively fighting cancer, giving them a positive and uplifting space to heal and hope.

by Kelly O'Donnell
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17,000 children are Diagnosed with cancer each year.

By supporting our capital campaign, you can help us reach children nationwide.
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