Foundation
We believe families deserve more than treatment. They deserve support that helps them keep living.
A cancer diagnosis is crippling
It changes everything.
When Brynn was seven years old, our family entered a world we never expected—one filled with fear, uncertainty, difficult decisions, and the overwhelming reality of navigating childhood cancer.
We quickly learned that we could not walk this journey alone.
Throughout Brynn’s five-year journey,
we experienced the incredible power of support. We were surrounded by people who showed up for our family in ways we will never forget—through encouragement, resources, connection, and moments of care that carried us through the hardest days.
But we also experienced the gaps. The moments when we searched for support that did not yet exist. The needs that extended beyond treatment. The emotional, practical, relational, and physical weight carried by the entire family.
Through it all, Brynn showed us a different way to live.
She found joy in hospital rooms. She created memories between treatments. She laughed, loved, explored, and continued to find something good—even when life was incredibly hard.
What We Learned
Cancer families need more than treatment. They need whole-person support.
Practical Support
Providing thoughtful resources that meet real needs and bring comfort during overwhelming moments.
Relational Support
Building connection and community so no family has to feel alone in what they’re facing.
Life-Giving Support
Providing experiences that nurture joy, hope and renewal, reminding families there is still life to be lived—even in the midst of cancer.
OUR MISSION
We support children and families navigating childhood cancer by providing whole-person support–practical, relational, and life-giving–because even in the hardest seasons, there is still hope, joy, and the opportunity to truly live.
ALWAYS LIVING
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ALWAYS LIVING ✳︎
Meet the Team
We’re carrying the mission forward
Co-FounderJen Wheeler
Brynn’s mama has a heart for families suffering from and navigating childhood cancer and will do whatever it takes to advocate for the appropriate support needed. She is passionate about maximizing and personalizing communication between care teams and families.
Co-FounderJeremy Wheeler
Brynn’s dad and undercover accountant that doesn’t take “No” for an answer and always thinks outside the box (when it comes to fighting childhood cancer, not accounting!). As a “connector”, he is passionate about linking people with resources to find answers, hope and joy.
AdvisorJustin Wheeler
Uncle “Bob” to Brynn, Justin is the Co-founder and CEO of Funraise, a technology platform used by over 3,000 nonprofits around the world. In addition to Funraise, Justin has played a pivotal role in founding and scaling multiple nonprofit organizations to maximize their impact.