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“A little thing called Dragonfly”

“Today cancer rattled my family for the second time in four short years. My younger sister, E, was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. I myself battled osteosarcoma in 2010-2011. I want to run away with her, away from cancer and all the ugliness it brings. I want to protect her from all the needle sticks, bouts of puking, unimaginable tiredness and …

We are working to change medical outcomes

“It has been medically shown that a positive outlook can change medical outcomes. For children who have not had the opportunity to live their life to the fullest, we must be even more dedicated to providing smiles, small wishes and quality of life as they face the challenges of their illness and their hospitalization.”

Why Dragonfly?

“Throughout the world there are many fund raising processes and activities supporting critical research to find cures for many forms of cancer and blood disorders. The Cincinnati Children’s Hospital staff and doctors deliver outstanding oncology care, and are a performing important research in this area. With their work and dedication, my son is now in remission from Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Finding …

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“I’m a Dragonfly”

From a Dragonfly Mom: “Last night we went to a car show in Milford to look at cars and teach my pups how to act in public. I was wearing my dragonfly t-shirt and a beautiful little girl walked up and said ” the dragonfly foundation, I’m a dragonfly” then she asked if she could pet my puppys. As we …

Kings Island Day 2014

We have had another “best day” today!

Today was Dragonfly’s 4th Annual Kings Island Day for our patients/families. More than 220 came to Kings Island today for a day of fun, food and entertainment. Thanks to the generosity of sponsors, such as Matson Money, and individual donors, we were able to pay for their tickets, their meals, refreshments, desserts and the appearance of 2 Peanuts(TM) characters, Snoopy …

What an exciting few days!!

On Thursday, August 2, 2014, The Dragonfly Foundation received a major donation from Mark Matson during the Matson Money Investor Symposium held at Horseshoe Casino. Mark and Melissa Matson, both Board members, are long-time supporters. Words cannot begin to describe how grateful we are for their donation. On Friday, August 3rd, The Dragonfly Foundation was part of a successful attempt …

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“A HUGE step forward”… because of a few DVDs

From a Social Worker at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital: “Just wanted to let you know that my patient was THRILLED about the Supernatural DVDs you purchased for her! Thank you thank you!! She said, “My life is very happy today” and “I’m the happiest girl today.”  I have not seen her happy in weeks, so this is a HUGE step forward.  …