Support Kerry and Bella while Kerry Fights Gastric Cancer

Support Kerry Burke’s Cancer Recovery

Kerry and Bella need our help, y’all. If you know Kerry, you know how kind, giving, and powerful her presence is. She’s the kind of person who shows up for others—lifting spirits, holding space, and, let’s be real, probably giving you one (or more) of your favorite tattoos.

You may also know that Kerry is not the type to ask for help. But right now, this human who has supported so many is facing an enormous challenge and needs us to rally around her.

After her sibling was diagnosed with gastric cancer, Kerry made the proactive decision to get an endoscopy. That decision may have saved her life. The screening led doctors to find stage 2 Gastric Cancer, and after countless appointments, biopsies, and in-depth research, she has found a trusted medical team and a clear plan for treatment.

Her care plan includes:

* 4 rounds of chemotherapy

* A gastrectomy (complete stomach removal surgery)

* 4 more rounds of chemotherapy

Because of early detection, her treatment can be curative. Though it will change her and Bella’s life forever, with love, support, and determination, Kerry will fight.

But healing comes at a cost—physically, emotionally, and financially.

Kerry is a single mom to her incredible 10-year-old daughter, Bella. As Kerry undergoes treatment, Bella will need all the love and stability we can provide. But more than that, she deserves the chance to continue learning, creating, and having fun, and to still be a kid, even in the midst of such a difficult time. Our support can help ensure that Bella has the resources and opportunities to stay engaged in school, explore her creativity, and experience joy while her mom focuses on healing.

Kerry is also a small business owner, which means every moment away from work impacts her ability to support herself and her daughter. She will need to step back significantly while undergoing her first four rounds of chemotherapy, spend weeks in the hospital after surgery receiving nutrients and teaching her body to thrive without a stomach. After that, she’ll need up to three months for at-home recovery before beginning her final four rounds of chemotherapy.

How You Can Help

This GoFundMe exists to help cover Kerry’s rent, living expenses, and provide stability for Bella while Kerry focuses on healing. Every dollar donated is a direct, tangible way to support them through this journey.

If you can, please donate—no amount is too small. And if you aren’t in a position to give, sharing this page is just as powerful.

Kerry has shown up for so many. Now, let’s show up for her and Bella.

With love and gratitude,


Friends of Kerry & Bella