Brittany Stinson
2003 Community Hero
Brittany, 10, loves pizza and collecting Beanie Babies. A true animal lover, she adores turtles, dolphins, puppies, and guinea pigs. She has a tremendous flair for drawing, especially in magic marker and colored pencil.
When Brittany was just a year old, she was diagnosed with Wilms' Tumor, a form of kidney cancer. She underwent surgery to remove the diseased kidney, yet after 2 years of chemotherapy, radiation treatments and extended hospital stays. Her remaining kidney was severely damaged, requiring ongoing dialysis and further treatment.
Brittany’s mother, Julie is amazed at her daughter’s strength and ability to carry on through the challenges. She shares that Brittany is truly an ongoing inspiration to her family and those around her, "She's a strong and beautiful girl who continues to overcome the obstacles in her life."
