Stephanie Lewis

In December 2024, just as I was rebuilding my professional momentum, my life changed overnight. I had recently completed two extraordinary multimillion-dollar artificial intelligence and digital transformation projects. After a demanding two-year contract, I had regained my rhythm and was ready for the next chapter of my career. Then, on December 12, 2024, I was diagnosed with stage 4 endometrial cancer that had spread to my omentum. I underwent major surgery in February 2025, followed by chemotherapy through June 2025 and immunotherapy until recently. I fought with everything I had—and became a survivor. During the small window when I was trying to rebuild my health, career, and financial stability, I received another devastating diagnosis: lung cancer. Thankfully, my prognosis is good. This chemotherapy is targeted and not as difficult as my previous treatment, but that does not mean I am without symptoms. Every day, I push through them with everything I have. I still wake before dawn and work on finding opportunities and building a way forward. Giving up is simply not in my nature. Right now, however, I am caught in a painful interim financial position. I have applied for disability benefits, but approval may take three to six months. I am actively looking for remote work, but the current job market is incredibly difficult. Money that would normally have allowed me to live comfortably is tied up, and the possible resolution of a substantial lawsuit may still be two years away. My husband is doing everything he can, but the financial pressure has become overwhelming for both of us. Stress is the last thing my body needs while I am fighting cancer again. One immediate expense is the remaining $2,000 balance from replacing my car’s engine. Beyond that, we need help covering essential living expenses while I continue treatment, search for suitable remote work, and wait for a decision on disability. Asking for help is not easy for me. I have spent my life working, solving difficult problems, assisting others, and pushing forward. But I have reached a point where determination alone cannot bridge this financial gap. If you are able to donate, your support will give me breathing room, stability, and the ability to focus more of my strength on healing. Any amount will help. If you cannot contribute financially, sharing this fundraiser would mean just as much. I have survived one fight, and I intend to survive this one too. I simply need some help getting through the space between where I am now and the stability I am working so hard to regain. Thank you for reading, sharing, supporting us, and believing in my future.