My Brave Friend: Emma and Noah Face Cancer Together

When a classmate is diagnosed with cancer, children and their teachers need tools to help. In partnership with Livestrong, we’ve written a children’s book!

What is cancer? Is it the same as being sick? Why isn’t my best friend, Emma, at school anymore?

Noah and Emma are inseparable. They spend their days swinging on the monkey bars and sharing jokes that always make each other laugh. But one day, Noah realizes Emma is missing from school. He soon discovers that Emma is battling cancer.

With the help of his parents, teacher, and friends, Noah learns what cancer is and how he can be there for Emma. Together, they find ways to bring happiness and comfort to Emma during her treatment. Join Noah on his journey as he brings light and love to his best friend when she needs it the most.

My Brave Friend: Emma and Noah Face Cancer Together, available now!

Len Forkas to Climb Mount Everest for Children with Cancer

In April 2025, Len Forkas, entrepreneur, endurance athlete, and founder of the nonprofit Hopecam, will embark on the climb of a lifetime—scaling Mount Everest to raise awareness and funding for children with cancer who face extreme isolation during treatment.

If successful, Forkas is anticipated to become the fifth-oldest person to complete the Seven Summits—the highest peaks on each continent. But this is not his first attempt. In 2023, Forkas made his way up Everest, only to be airlifted off the mountain after developing life-threatening pulmonary complications. Now, he is returning with renewed determination to finish what he started and honor the children Hopecam serves.

Read the Press Release here: Tech Entrepreneur Len Forkas to Climb Mount Everest for Children with Cancer

HOPECAM'S 25th ANNUAL 5K 2025

Event Details:

May 4th at 9am -1890 Preston White Drive in Reston, VA

Join us for the 25th Annual Hopecam 5K Walk/Run!

For 25 years, we've been running, walking, and coming together to support children with cancer, keeping them connected to their friends, classrooms, and support networks through Hopecam. This milestone event is more than just a race—it’s a celebration of hope, resilience, and community!

Date: Sunday May 4, 2025
Location: 1890 Preston White in Reston, Virginia (virtual option too)
REGISTER HERE TODAY: https://bit.ly/Hopecam5k

Family-fun with live animals, face painting, bounce houses, crafts and more!

Whether you run, walk, or cheer from the sidelines, your participation helps make a difference in the lives of kids battling cancer. Join us!

CORPORATE AND INDIVIDUAL SPONSORSHIPS AND TEAMS: Consider sponsoring our 5K Run/Walk. Contact 703-364-5609 or brett@hopecam.org.

Hopecam Writes a Children's Book

When a classmate is diagnosed with cancer, children and their teachers need tools to help. We’re excited to announce that in partnership with LIVESTRONG, we’ve written a children’s book: My Brave Friend: Emma and Noah Face Cancer Together! This heartfelt book aims to change the way students in kindergarten through second grade learn about cancer.

Noah and Emma are best friends who do everything together. But one day at school, Noah notices that Emma is not there. Confused, Noah learns that Emma has cancer. He is sad and learns to process his many feelings and emotions. With the help of his teachers and classmates, Noah makes Emma feel less lonely while she receives treatment at the hospital.

Emma and Noah’s story will be available in early 2025, and we can’t wait for you to meet these special friends. Join our email list to be the first to know when you can add this meaningful book to your shelf. Sign up at bit.ly/hopecamnewsletter

5,000 Hopecam Kids Connected!

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our donors, Hopecam has reached a remarkable milestone: as of today, we have connected 5,000 children battling cancer.

This achievement is not just a number—it represents thousands of lives touched by the power of connection. Each of these children, facing the challenges of cancer treatment, has been given the opportunity to stay engaged with their friends, maintain a sense of normalcy, and experience the support of their classmates and teachers.

This success would not have been possible without the unwavering support of our donors. Your contributions have enabled us to provide the necessary technology, support, and resources to make these connections a reality. Whether it’s a video call that brings a smile to a child’s face or a virtual classroom experience that allows them to participate in high school level classes, your generosity has made a huge impact in the lives of these 5,000 children and over 90,000 of their classmates.

We are deeply grateful for your continued support as we work towards our mission of ensuring that no child has to face cancer alone.  Click here to learn how to support our effort to connect 5,000 more: https://hopecam.networkforgood.com

Mt Everest Expedition to Raise $1,000,000 for Kids with Cancer

Hopecam’s Founder Len Forkas, is gearing up for his biggest adventure yet - Mount Everest in April 2023! As with all of his expeditions, this adventure will honor Hopecam children every step of the way.

HIS GOAL: Raise $1,000,000 as part of Len's trek to celebrate two decades of helping kids with cancer.

100% of the donations will cover the technology needed to combat the social isolation often experienced by children undergoing cancer treatment.

Follow Len’s Mt. Everest Journey at https://www.hopecam.org/mt-everest-expedition-blog

Connect More Children Fighting Cancer by donating at Hopecam Mt Everest Expedition 2023

Help Hopecam Founder Len Forkas reach his goal of $1 Million as he summits Mount Everest in honor of Hopecam Children Fighting Cancer.