My granddaughter, Haidyn Ann Smith, was diagnosed with kidney cancer earlier this month. At just 5 years old, she is the oldest of my two grandchildren. Her journey so far has been challenging—she recently underwent surgery to remove a 5.1-inch tumor along with one of her kidneys.

I am starting this fund for those who have asked how they can help support Haidyn during this difficult time. While medical insurance covers much of her treatment, unexpected expenses have begun to add up. This fund will help ease the burden of costs such as:

To those who have already sent gifts or offered help—thank you from the bottom of my heart. Your generosity and kindness mean the world to us during this time