Just a few months before the diagnosis, my husband passed away suddenly.

Overnight, Isaac lost his father - the person he loved most in the world. And I lost my partner, my provider, my strength.

Every single day, my son looks at me and asks: "Mom, where is Dad?"

I have no answer. And today, as I sit by his side in this hospital, I wonder if I'll be able to give him the only gift I still can: the chance to live.

Alone, grieving, without income, and with a critically ill child - the weight I carry is greater than any words can describe.

High-risk neuroblastoma doesn't wait. It grows while you're trying to find a solution.

The specialists at St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis evaluated Isaac's case and were clear: he needs immediate surgery to remove the tumor, followed by intensive chemotherapy cycles, before the cancer reaches other organs.

St. Jude is one of the world's leading centers for treating neuroblastoma in children. When they tell you a child needs urgent intervention, you don't question it. You find a way.

If treated now, there is a real chance of full recovery. But every week without treatment reduces that chance.

The total cost of treatment is $80,000. I don't have that money. I have no way of getting it on my own. And time is running out.

Above is Isaac's official medical report, signed by the oncologist responsible for his treatment. The diagnosis is real. The urgency is real.

I didn't come here to make up a story. I came because I have nowhere else to turn - and because I believe that good people exist, and that one of them might be you.

Every cent raised goes directly to Isaac's medical expenses - surgery, chemotherapy, hospitalization and medication.

$35 covers Isaac's transport to exams and appointments.
$100 contributes directly to the surgical fund.
$250 funds chemotherapy sessions.
$500 or more has a direct and immediate impact on the tumor removal surgery.

There is no donation too small. What exists is a child who needs help right now.

How much does lunch out cost? A coffee with friends? A subscription you barely use?

The same amount you'd spend without a second thought could be the difference between Isaac growing up - or not.

We are already 1,037 people who said yes. Each one gave what they could. And every donation has brought Isaac one step closer to surgery.

If you are reading this, it wasn't by accident. Sometimes God puts us on the right path at the right time.

Be the answer to this mother's prayer.

Donate now. Any amount. And know that my son will grow up knowing there is goodness in the world - because you were part of his life.

With eternal love and gratitude,
Roberta, Isaac's mom