December 1, 2020
Gavin shares his bravery by boosting other kids' bravery through his infusion clinic bravery prizes.
February 1, 2021
This "chronically caring kid" is our very first Kid Advisor. Welcome to our Purple Playas Advisory Team Kayden. The voice of children is incredibly important to us!
April 1, 2021
Courtney is definitely "going places"! She has a heart that constantly thinks about giving to other children and those who are elderly. While she might be young, she is wise beyond her years and uses her voice to advocate with wisdom.
May 1, 2021
Maci saw a need and took action, so that other children with chronic illness would receive comfort while going through medical tests! At the young age of 10, she is always thinking of others.
June 1, 2021
Abbie Grace's passion is dance and life is her song. She dances because it is one thing she can do for herself and it brings her immense joy.
June 2, 2021
Logan Lentini, a 24-year-old, is about to embark on a 3-day bike ride from Gainesville to Tampa, Florida (170 miles) to raise awareness and money for […]
July 1, 2021
FiFi's JOY for life soars as high, maybe higher, than a cheerleader flyer. She is so excited to be on her cheerleading team. FiFi also spreads that joy around through all her kind acts and volunteer work. Her energy and positive spirit is so up-lifting.
July 19, 2021
When asked why she wanted to join our Purple Playas Board, Cindy shared, “The most meaningful part of my career has been working with the incredible […]
August 2, 2021
Asher is an 11-year-old fifth grader with impeccable character! We are so proud to share his story. This kid has a huge heart and caringly shares it with many other children. Asher knows what it feels like to need help and support. He grew up with systemic on-set juvenile idiopathic arthritis (sJIA).
September 2, 2021
EXTRA! EXTRA! All-Call For Kindness!
Positive News is something to SHOUT OUT LOUD about! Learn how we all can spread kindness throughout our world. May you be inspired by these kids, siblings, young adults, parents, and extended family members, who, despite all they endure, rise above and care for others in their communities through their chronically caring acts of kindness!
October 10, 2021
Bridget is a 20-year-old who is going places; she is a junior in college who is double majoring in Biology and Psychology. These degrees will help her achieve her long-term goal of becoming a genetic counselor. For those who are unfamiliar, genetic counselors translate genetic test results for patients. It is the job of the counselor to take this information and help patients make the tough decisions related to both their families, and possible treatments. When she isn’t working towards her long-term goals, Bridget reads books, hangs out with friends, and calls her family. Oh, and she is the co-president of her college acapella group, and an RA for freshmen.
November 30, 2021
With our son’s permission, for Giving Tuesday, we would like to share a little story of our current life with chronic illness. Please be patient as you read…As […]
February 2, 2023
August 29, 2023
Recently, the Duda Family had a huge family gathering in Orlando, Florida. The Purple Playas Foundation had the honor of being invited to join them as one of this year’s chosen charities.
October 26, 2023
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