How Libby Kranz’s Non-Profit is Unraveling a Cure to Pediatric Cancer

Libby Kranz shares her personal journey of turning grief into action after losing her daughter to pediatric cancer. She discusses the creation and growth of her nonprofit organization, Unravel Pediatric Cancer, which aims to fund innovative research and spread knowledge about pediatric cancer. 

Libby emphasizes the importance of authenticity, honesty, and being true to oneself in leading a movement. She also highlights the challenges in pediatric cancer funding and the need for disruption in the system. Despite personal obstacles, Libby remains committed to her mission and offers words of wisdom and comfort to families facing similar experiences. 

In this episode, Libby Kranz discusses the impact of pediatric cancer and the terrifying reality of the disease. She shares her experience of losing her daughter and how it has changed her perspective on life. Libby also provides insights on how to respond to someone who has lost a child and the importance of genuine support. She talks about the gift of seeing life differently and the regrets she has regarding her involvement in the fight against pediatric cancer. The conversation concludes with a discussion on the power of personal impact and the reality of pediatric cancer statistics.

 

Segmented Timestamps 

• [03:10] The birth of the organization. 
• [08:46] Rapid growth and public engagement. 
• [13:20] The unconventional approach to funding research. 
• [17:21] Personal obstacles and the journey of grief.
• [22:00] How Libby's children are involved and coping. 
• [29:04] The overarching goals and continuous fight against pediatric cancer.

 

Notable Quotes

"You can only heal a real wound if you really dig in and clean it out." - Libby Kranz

"Knowledge is like glitter. It sticks with you." - Libby Kranz

"Parenthood is scary enough sometimes that people can't take on another worry and fear." - Libby Kranz

"You know, don't wait to invest in what you care about." - Libby Kranz

 

USEFUL LINKS

 

Reach Libby at:

Websites: https://unravelpediatriccancer.org/blog/ 

https://unravelpediatriccancer.org/get-involved 

https://unravelpediatriccancer.org/get-involved 

Fact Sheet: https://static.showit.co/file/260rTyhyRMGp0vlnjPRvuA/109687/long_infographic-cancer_facts.png 

 

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