No matter how you look at it, childhood cancer is devasting for everyone involved. From harsh treatments to emotional trauma, there’s no shortage of obstacles to overcome while battling this ruthless disease. Despite these struggles, there is one positive thing our Rally Kids and their families recommend doing: Enjoy every moment and live life to the fullest. 12-year-old Keren believes wholeheartedly in cherishing every minute with her family and staying positive despite the odds. Throughout a long battle with rhabdomyosarcoma, a cancerous tumor that occurs in soft tissue, Keren makes the most of every day as she looks toward a happy, healthy future. That future includes big plans, as she hopes to be cancer-free and entering the eighth grade in two years. In six years, she sees herself graduating high school and getting an internship. In 15 years? She hopes to be married with a few...

A vivacious 12-year-old, Rally Kid Keren loves being active and enjoys everything from soccer and swimming to cheering on her favorite Atlanta sports teams. She’s also a bit of a foodie and describes a “Thanksgiving feast” as part of her perfect day. The other important thing to know about Keren? She’s determined not to let her cancer diagnosis slow her down. Back in 2017, Keren developed a growth on her foot that turned out to be rhabdomyosarcoma, a cancerous tumor that occurs in soft tissue. “It was the worst day of my life,” she says of her diagnosis, which took her away from friends, school and her favorite activities. Tough treatments and surgeries followed, ultimately leading to the loss of her leg. Despite the hardships throughout her cancer journey, Keren remains positive and draws support from her parents Kelly and Jonathan, her older brother Jacob, and her younger sister...