The CarsonStrong Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization that is committed to improving the lives of children and families impacted by cancer and other significant life challenges.

The Higgins family founded the CarsonStrong Foundation in 2017, one year after losing their son and brother to cancer. Carson Higgins was first diagnosed with Stage 4 neuroblastoma at the age of three. After taking part in an experimental protocol at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, Carson miraculously exhibited no signs of cancer. On Thanksgiving 2015, the cancer returned. This time, it was terminal. Carson passed away with his family, on their Trip Of A Lifetime, in 2016 at the age of 12.

Carson faced adversity with peace and grace. In his short life, he inspired so many to be kind and generous, regardless of the circumstances. He was always “paying it forward”, and it is in this spirit that CarsonStrong was formed.

In 2023, the CarsonStrong Foundation launched the Gift of Time Together program that will provide a respite for families on the cancer journey. These experiences are tailored to what the families want to do to spend time together whether it's a stay at a cabin, a trip to Columbus to explore museums, or an evening at a Guardians game. In less than a year, we have helped 30 families across 7 states spend meaningful time together and that number is growing every day.

With your help, we can bring hope to other families facing difficult and sometimes devastating life challenges. Together, we are #CarsonStrong.

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