This young hero is truly inspiring! Eight-year-old Alex Johnson from Maryland decided to grow out his hair for a little girl fighting cancer, and his kindness has made a big impact. Now at 10 years old, Alex’s journey began when he saw his mom watching a video about a brave girl named Mia, who was losing her hair during chemotherapy.
Alex’s mom, Lisa, explained to him what cancer was and how it affected children like Mia. Upon hearing her story, Alex immediately chose to grow his hair long to donate it to her. “He was so moved by her story that he wanted to help,” Lisa shared.
After two years and five months of patience, Alex’s hair was finally long enough for a big chop. Sadly, Mia passed away from her illness in 2015, but Alex remained determined to fulfill his goal. Once he got the haircut, his aunt tweeted before-and-after pictures that quickly went viral, earning over 61,000 retweets and 120,000 likes!
The transformation was remarkable, and the support poured in from classmates and people all around the world. “His friends think it’s really cool what he did,” said Lisa. “And he’s relieved that his long hair won’t get caught in the bushes when he plays outside anymore!”
The hair Alex donated was enough to provide wigs for three children battling cancer. Mia’s mother shared her joy on social media, expressing pride in knowing her daughter’s legacy continues to inspire others. “I’m so proud that my sweet angel Mia is still making a difference,” she said.
For his selfless act, Alex will be honored with an Act of Kindness Award at a gala hosted by former NBA player Derek Anderson’s foundation, Stamina, in October. This heartwarming story coincides with September’s Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, a time to remember that only four percent of national funds are allocated for pediatric cancer research. If you want to support this cause, consider visiting CURE Childhood Cancer.
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In summary, Alex’s heartfelt gesture to grow his hair for children with cancer showcases the power of kindness and community support. His inspiring story reminds us all to make a difference whenever we can.