The Ronan Thompson Foundation was created in memory of Ronan, who lost his battle with cancer shortly before his 4th birthday.
The Ronan Thompson Foundation focuses on funding clinical trials for children with cancer. Sadly, less than four percent of federal funding is invested in funding childhood cancer research. This foundation funds clinical trials because “We support the best childhood cancer research. We believe children deserve a chance to grow up.”
A unique event affiliated with the Ronan Thompson Foundation is the Runway Heroes event. Based in New York, this fashion show features children with cancer. These shows give children with cancer the opportunity to dress up and enjoy feeling confident while raising money
Runway Heroes has an incredible goal: It’s “a unique opportunity for children with cancer to feel like stars.”