Support Grace’s Fight Against Cancer

Grace is an intelligent, affectionate, energetic and joyful toddler. She came into this world on April 30, 2022 and quickly became the center of our world.

She loves her Dad, Mom, baby sister (expected in April), extended family, friends at Playhouse Preschool, the beach, reading, music and much more.

On January 12, 2024, Grace had a routine MRI for a presumed facial cyst. Kayla and Jimmy received the most devastating news imaginable: Grace has cancer. Life as they once knew it changed in an instant.

The scan discovered tumors on her skull, jaw, spine, and adrenal gland. Grace was immediately admitted to Boston Children's Hospital where they stayed for the next 10 days. After a whirlwind of tests and scans, Grace was diagnosed with High-Risk Neuroblastoma.

With the guidance of their world-class BCH Oncology team, an aggressive treatment plan has begun. Treatment includes five rounds of chemo, tumor removal surgery, two stem cell transplants, radiation and immunotherapy over the next 18 months.

We would like to thank everyone for their outpouring of support, well wishes and prayers over these past weeks. We are already in awe of how strong, brave, and resilient Grace is.

It will certainly be a long journey ahead with many challenges and expenses. We are creating this GoFundMe page to support Grace, Kayla, and Jimmy during her fight. All funds will help with costs associated with Grace's care (medical bills, lodging, transportation, basic needs, etc).

We thank you for your support during this challenging time. Please keep our sweet girl in your prayers.

Love,

The Donovan & Marchetti families