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Stories
Our Inspiration
Be inspired by remarkable individuals who have been part of Lending Hearts. Each one leaves their handprint on the heart of our organization.
Pirates Charities Spotlight on Lending Hearts
On Saturday, September 7, 2024, the Pittsburgh Pirates hosted the annual cancer support night. Pirates Charities created a spotlight on...
Kennedy's Story
On Thursday, February 1, 2024, our friend, Kennedy, and her family were recognized at the 2024 Lending Hearts Gala presented by UPMC...
Kennedy's Story
Kennedy is an energetic 8 year old that loves to swim, play outside, play softball, basketball & craft! She is also a Girl Scout. During...
Leo's Story
Our strong and courageous Lending Hearts Friend, Leo, and his family, share their journey and story with us.
Scarlett's Story
One of our very special Lending Hearts friends, Scarlett, has touched our hearts in so many ways. Read her full story on our blog.
Jimmy's day with the Pittsburgh Pirates
We are over the top happy for our amazing Lending Hearts Friend, Jimmy, and his family for the experience they got to have with the...
Kayden the Warrior
This year, Lending Hearts is honored to partner with the Pittsburgh Pirates to bring families to select homestand games and take part in...
Discussion with Author of Cycle of Lives, Mr. David Richman
David Richman, Author of the highly inspirational book, Cycle of Lives, shares the next hour discussing why and how he came to write this...
Gianna's Story
At two and a half years old, and almost three months before her brother would be born, our daughter, Gianna, was diagnosed with cancer....
Matthew's Story: From a Mother's Perspective
It is my privilege to tell you Matthew’s story, our family’s story, from a mother’s perspective.
Alia's Story
In August of 2015, I began having discomfort in the back of my right leg. I remember attending a friend’s engagement party and having to...
Riley's Story
Riley Balcita was a normal, healthy 8-year-old boy on September 28, 2016, who loves school, is a giraffe fanatic, and playing with legos...
Samantha's 10 Years
Hi everyone, my name is Samantha and I have been a friend of Lending Hearts for 10 years now! When I first heard from Vasso about Lending...
Jessica Johnston, Lending Hearts Member
Having Lending Hearts and their programming available to me through my Lymphoma treatment was a blessing!!! I was raised in a...
Krystle Fitzpatrick, RYT
My mission is to provide a safe space, free of judgment and expectations, where individuals of all ages and abilities can experience...
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