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Brave Little Fighters is dedicated to providing a unique kind of healing to children with serious illnesses and their families throughout WNY.

Our Impact:  BLFF strives to touch the lives of children who need us most. The Foundation currently brings joy to the lives of over 100 Brave Little Fighters and their siblings and parents.  The illnesses which our children cope with include but are not limited to: cancer, muscular dystrophy, aplastic anemia, spinal muscular atrophy, spina bifida, cystic fibrosis, cerebral palsy and severe asthma. 

Overview:  Children (ages 2-18) undergoing treatment and/or living with a physical illness severely impacting their quality of life and that of their families.

Eligibility:  A visit to the hospital that results in 6+ months of treatment or ongoing illness.

Acute Conditions

Chronic Conditions

Life-threatening illnesses

Specific Conditions:

Trauma (3rd degree burns which cover 10%-30% of body)

Cardiology
Dermatology
Gastrointestinal
Genetic
Hematology
Immunodeficiency
Neurology
Renal
Oncology
Lung Disease
Metabolic Diseases
Transplant

Not eligible:

Autism as primary diagnosis

Singular trips to the hospital

Down's Syndrome as primary diagnosis

Minor acute conditions

Our Values:

Integrity
Compassion
Dignity
Collaboration
Service

To create joy by hosting our events, we rely on the generosity of our Western New York community and the generosity of community partners and companies throughout the US.