The above photos of Zoefia Alexandria were taken by her Mother at various stages of her life.
Part of the Zoefia Alexandria Foundation Mission is to “Enrich the life and development of Cancer Children and their families”
This is very important to the foundation because Zoefia was a little girl that loved events, she loved being involved in activities she always had the biggest smiles. So, our goal is to give other cancer kids the experiences that Zoefia had and much more. We believe that having these enjoyments with your kids mean so much more in the long run. You are creating memories, as cancer parents we never really know when the end of your child’s journey is approaching. Not to mention we spend so much of our time in the hospital that time outside means the world to a child. It’s all about Making Moments Count!
We are Committed to ‘Making Moments Count’
Our Programs
A Day of Adventure Program
ALL days spent outside the hospital is meaningful and important not just for the children but the parents. At any moment any second things can change for these kids, and they end up in the emergency room and often admitted. Cancer kids live a life of uncertainty a life of fear and so many unanswered questions, Zoefia loved being home and away from the hospital, but she also loved activities and events. These moments that the families spend together are often crucial because you never know when it’s your last.
We offer an outing for the families, {Limited to child currently affected by cancer and the immediate parents and siblings} The child affected by cancer gets to choose an outing, this is ‘A Day of Adventure’
The Program A Day of Adventure has been modified to “Bags of Adventure.” {until further notice} Due to Covid19, and so many uncertainties we have decided to sideline a day of adventure and implement ‘Bags of Adventure” We are also broadening our geographic scope to be able to meet the needs of cancer families throughout the United States.
What is “Bags of Adventure?” Bags of Adventure are The Zoefia Alexandria Foundation logoed bags that are enclosed with various items. {The bags can contain things such as essential/requested items, etc.} Bags are packed based on age/needs/request & availability.
The bags are reusable as cancer children travel with so many necessities from medical supplies/clothing and toys! We strive to not only make moments count but to provide essentials that add some useful purpose to your everyday routine.
Super Sibling Adventure Program
The Super Siblings Adventure is SPECIFICALLY for SIBLINGS who LOST their SIBLING to CANCER. We added this after seeing the bond that Zoefia had with her Cousin Landyn and Alexander. Zoefia didn’t have Siblings she was an only child, she referred to her cousins as her brothers, they did so much together include celebrating every birthday and holidays. Landyn was very distraught, heartbroken and is having a difficult time processing the loss of Zoefia, so this inspired us to do something special. We offer “A Day of Adventure” for the Cancer Kids, but we are extending that program to kids to who lost their siblings to cancer.
Caregivers Love Program
Some may wonder why this is important. It’s not just Important its Absolutely necessary! Cancer Caregivers are on the front line when it’s comes to Pediatric Cancer, they are the STRENGTH, THE VOICE and BACKBONE for these kids! Outside of doctors and Nurses whose roles are limited, kids see their parents and in Zoefia’s case she was with Momma and Grandma on a daily! So, we know the in’s and out’s, the roller coaster, the nightmare’s the laughter and the tears. Being a Cancer Caregiver is not just giving medication or sitting bedside, there’s a whole picture to look at and think about as well as plan for. All this can take a toll physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially. So, we wanted to give back to the Caregivers because even something so small as a Massage, a Dinner or even a Manicure is big deal. Sometimes there just not enough time in the day to do simple things and the little time you do get its for resting. Most caregivers forget about themselves because they put their loved ones need before their own, we are here to not only remind you to take care of yourself, but we are here to show our appreciation.
Zoefia Alexandria Scholarship Program
Education is part of our mission, but we would like to extend a special scholarship once per year to a cancer child that is in college or about to go to college. Statistics are not easy to look at and while some don’t make it some kids are cancer free and they try to live normal lives. We would love to support them by offering a scholarship.
Children’s Portraits Program
Children’s Portraits are important with Cancer Children they go through so much over the course of treatments. Medication alone changes their features and families need these photos for growth, progress, memories and simply to have because sometimes that is all that you are left with when they reach the end of their journey.
Education Program for Cancer Kids
Education Programs are not just important it’s NEEDED! There’s not enough schooling for cancer kids. To clarify cancer children cannot go to regular school and they often have to be home schooled. They can go to a school that is designated specially for cancer kids, and be around children that are immune compromised like themselves. Having these schools gives them a sense of normalcy and confidence, they get to learn, play and socialize. All these attributes are key elements in not only life skills but for recovery for the continued fight of the disease “Cancer”.
Financial Housing Assistance Program
We understand the hardship of being in the Hospital as BEDSIDE is where EVERY PARENT BELONGS, but sometimes finances make that difficult having to pay for 2 dwelling. We offer financial assistance with temporary housing for the Ronald McDonald House. We would love to assist with personal housing as our foundation grows, we hope to expand.
As our foundation grows, we hope to expand our assistance and help more families throughout the country.