Let’s Change the World
Hello, my name is Raylee Leiman & I am currently 21 years old. I attend Nova Southeastern University in Davie, Florida where I’m enrolled as a Junior studying Biology with a future path of becoming a Physician Assistant.
Previously taking on this foundation as a softball player and now continuing it as I embark new journeys, it excites me to know that distressed families are reaping the hard work of RBIs4CANCER. I know that times like these are life-changing and the mission of RBIs4CANCER will not cure cancer, but I do know that as a team, we can lessen the financial burden. I want to reduce the stress factors beyond hospital bills to allow these wonderful families to spend quality time with their child who is struggling. The goal of RBIs4CANCER is to provide families with the opportunity to momentarily take the focus off of the things like food, mortgage, holidays, daily necessities, etc. so parents can be more present with their child. In these moment, there is a sense of relief for the families we assist and they are able to share a smile, laugh, and conversation alongside their child and other family members.
I am honored that my former coach and mentor, Christie Jo (CJ) Parsons, has trusted me to continue what she started and take over the RBIS4CANCER foundation back in 2019 when I was just a freshman at St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Ft. Lauderdale.
I am honored that my former coach and mentor, Christie Jo (CJ) Parsons, has trusted me to continue what she started and take over the RBIS4CANCER foundation back in 2019 when I was just a freshman at St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Ft. Lauderdale.
Since there is a strong determination to reach a variety of people, RBIs4CANCER is making a difference alongside Jessica June’s Children Cancer Foundation, SIDES Charity, Joe DiMaggio Children’s Hospital, Sofia’s Hope, local neighboring families, and so many more!
Through the years of operating this 501c3 non-profit organization, I have committed to something bigger than myself. In that, I have found an overload of joy in the families we have helped. It is a blessing to be in this position and it is because of loyal donors and committed supporters that this is all possible.
That being said, thank you.
My Cause
My Grandmother and Grandfather are both Cancer Survivors. Seeing someone so close to me go through something with such an unexpected outcome was scary. Here is a little bit about their journeys;
In August 2000, my Grandpa, Randy Hanks, was diagnosed with colon cancer. After many blood transfusions, the doctors ended up removing 3 feet of his colon. They reconstructed it through surgery and after an 18- month fight with chemo, he beat it.
In February 2018, my grandma, Marie Hanks, aka Awmee, was diagnosed with Merkle Cell Carcinoma. After multiple procedures to remove the cancer, she won her battle as well. Finishing her fight with cancer, she then went through chemo and the process of reconstructing her face. To this day she continues to go through facial reconstruction.
Both of my grandparents taught me that your mental game has to be stronger than ever when things in life get hard. The moment you give up on yourself is the moment you let the negative overpower you. I have used this lesson during my game and everyday life. My grandparents are my reason WHY. Seeing them go through something that beats you up mentally, physically, and emotionally gives me a purpose. So, as I take on this opportunity, I want to bring these children who do not get to spend their days at school or nights on the field a purpose. A spark of hope or maybe just a simple smile. I want them to see there are people out there rooting for them to win this battle. People who they do not even know are rooting for them. I want these children to wake up in the morning and think “I can do this.” Overall throughout this journey, I am about to begin, I cannot wait to put hope into the less fortunate families who have a child diagnosed with cancer.
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8570 Stirling Rd #102-231
Cooper City, FL 33024
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