Success Stories

Jordan

“Preserving my fertility before my transplant was something I hadn’t even considered. While I was battling ALL, the possibility of losing my ability to have children was overshadowed by the overwhelming stress of survival. When I discovered Worth the Wait, an organization that’s dedicated to helping young adult cancer patients with fertility preservation, I was both shocked and deeply grateful. Thanks to their support, I now have the chance to look forward to the possibility of becoming a parent one day — a hope I might not have had otherwise.”

Justin

“Having cancer and dealing with all the medical stuff over the years makes everything difficult. I had to put things I wanted to do on hold. Because of the new cancer medications I’ve been able to receive in my 30s, it’s a new world for me and I am so grateful. Worth the Wait’s help allowed me and my wife to pursue our dream of having a child. His name is Elijah Grant because he is a wish granted.”

Haley

“I was diagnosed with an oligodendroglioma at 31, and then, only one year after, thyroid cancer. Suddenly my life revolved around scans,
surgeries, and learning a new language of test results. Beyond the medical terms was a quieter fear: multiple cancer-related treatments not only strain my budget but also narrow my chance to become a mom. My fertility center introduced me to Worth the Wait. Their grant arrived at exactly the right moment—when I was doing everything “right” and still feeling like the numbers and timing were stacked. Their support helped make my egg-freezing plan possible, but it also did something deeper: it reminded me that I still get to dream, plan, and build a future.

Worth the Wait doesn’t just fund procedures; it lifts a weight off patients and families all across the country, meeting us in a season when we most need a hand to steady us. I would like to express my deepest gratitude to everyone who helps and supports: your generosity turns a frightening chapter into one with real options. You’re helping me protect the possibility of motherhood—and you’re doing the same for so many others. I’m still in treatment, still moving forward, and now I carry a steadier kind of hope. Thank you for making that possible.”

Chantal

“From the bottom of my heart thank you so much for this grant. This means so much to me and my family as we pursue surrogacy. We are trying so hard to get these funds together and every single penny counts. My mom and I shared a good cry together today. Tears of joy.”

Justin

“I was diagnosed with Stage 4 Neuroblastoma at the age of 11. The chemo, radiation and stem cell transplant made it impossible for me to grow like other kids and it also caused a lasting effect I’m dealing with today, infertility. It was devastating to hear, being that having a loving faith based family was exactly what was the thing that I felt would be the greatest thing in my life.

Now, jumping ahead 14 years cancer free, my wife and I understood while we were dating that having kids ourselves would most likely never happen so we discussed adopting heavily. Now we have started that process to adopt, we found and applied for the Worth the Wait grant that will help our family grow in the best way possible for us.”

Kaia

“My daughter, Kaia, was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma cancer in August 2023. While being given the worst news of our lives, all these scary things were thrown at us. One of them was having Kaia have her eggs harvested in case the chemo sterilizes her.

If it were not for Worth the Wait, my girl could have possibly missed out on the chance to be a mother someday. Words can’t express how overwhelmingly grateful we are for this. Not only did they make this possible Megan was a kind listening ear through this process.

Some day when I am holding my grand baby in my arms, I will be reminded of the overwhelming kindness of strangers that made it possible and be forever grateful to the Worth the Wait.”

Isabel

“I just turned 20 when I got diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma and needed to start chemotherapy right away. As we were going through all the side effects of chemo, they told me that I may become infertile so I went ahead with egg retrieval/preservation.

I was very worried about the cost of the egg retrieval but I know I wanted a family in the future. That’s where Worth The Wait comes in. They do more than give grants for IVF/egg retrieval/preservation etc. They give hope to each person they help. I am so incredibly grateful for their help!”

Mumtahina

“I was supposed to be graduating with my master’s this year when all of a sudden I was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia (ALL). I was so depressed when I was told the upcoming bone-marrow transplant can make me infertile for the rest of my life and before that, I must freeze my eggs for the future. Being emotionally devastated I was also confused since my insurance won’t cover my expenses. My husband and I are both graduate students.

The Worth the Wait grant is helping us get one step closer to parenthood.”

Sasha

Sasha was diagnosed with lymphoma at 20 and then breast cancer in her 30s. She received a grant to help preserve her eggs.

“There are so many aspects of going through this that are hard to face, but one is the fear of not getting to be a parent, like I’ve always wanted. It’s scary to think that might not happen, but it’s even scarier to think that could just be due to financial reasons. No one should have to face that choice for lack of funds, especially during a cancer diagnosis.

That’s one of SOOO many reasons I am beyond grateful for—and to—Worth The Wait. Not only do I feel a little less alone at a time that is beyond overwhelming, but I get to keep the dream alive that I might get through all this and still have a chance to be a parent. I’m crying as I write this because there are no words to TRULY convey what that means to me.”