These sporty twins love challenging each other for wins on the basketball court. But their biggest victory is with how they’re overcoming a speech delay diagnosis at an early age. Read More >

Two-year-old Ava is as brave as one of the lions she loves reading about in her favorite animal books. And while she may not have a huge roar just yet, she’s now able to hear the world around her much better. Read More >

Christian is a lot like other kids his age who love electronic gadgets, cartoons and music. But his favorite pastime is to soar high up on his favorite swing. And this amazing boy with Down syndrome is reaching new heights all the time. Read More >

Hope, a smart and ambitious first-grader who loves math and reading, aces most any test that comes her way. But a few years ago, it was her heart that wasn’t getting a passing grade. Diagnosed with congenital heart disease, which caused shortness of breath from low oxygen levels, Hope underwent multiple heart surgeries, the first at just 3 days old. A UHCCF grant helped out with hospital stays, doctor visits and testing costs. Read More >

Isabella is a true rock star. This active 7-year-old loves to dance and give concerts at home with her toy microphone. And like a true diva, she inspires everyone she meets. Read More >

Jackson loves the great outdoors. Whether exploring nature or playing with his favorite toys, he’s a boy on the move. And while that was a major struggle early on, these days he’s making great strides. Literally. Read More >

Katelyn’s story hasn’t been your typical fairy tale by any stretch. But this young girlie girl, who loves to dress up as a princess, has not let cerebral palsy stop her from having big adventures and even bigger dreams. Read More >

8-year-old Leland dreams of chasing the checkered flag. He’s a true speed demon who loves fast cars and auto racing. Diagnosed with autism at an early age, Leland’s speech was severely delayed, which put the brakes on even basic communication. Read More >

Ask Levi what he wants to be when he grows up and he will confidently respond, “a doctor!” But it’s not just his passion for math and science that fuels his dream. Levi saw the amazing impact that doctors have when he was a patient. One day he hopes to do the same for others in need. Read More >

5-year-old Oliver loves to play with trains. And just as his trains must sometimes find their way through tunnels and over mountains, Oliver’s mother felt as though his autism had created a different kind of wall. Read More >

Sebastian is totally at home in the water. He swims like a fish during pool time and loves splashing around with his brother, Oliver. But back on dry land, Sebastian’s autism had him feeling less comfortable. Read More >

5-year-old Zi is always cooking up something around the house. She loves to play “chef” in her pretend kitchen. And when she’s not baking her next delicacy, she’s mixing things up with her siblings in and out of the house. Read More >