Rhabdomyosarcoma Research Fund For Dr. Collins in Memory of Kyla McGarry's Fundraising Page

Thank you for visiting our Giving Page to support Dr. Natalie Collins in her Rhabdomyosarcoma research efforts at Dana-Farber Cancer Institute and the Jimmy Fund in memory of Kyla McGarry.

Kyla was diagnosed with stage IV Metastatic Alveolar Rhabdomyosarcoma in May of 2018.  She fought like a warrior but lost her battle with this horrific disease on March 18, 2020 and passed away at 16 years old. She was a student athlete, participating in soccer and track and field and an honors student. Kyla broke the freshman 100 meter hurdle record just two weeks before diagnosis. Imagine what she could've accomplished if she was healthy.  She loved her family and friends, her dogs, sunsets, skiing and the beach. Kyla wanted to be a pediatrician as she loved working with children. Sadly she didn't get the chance. A beautiful soul taken from us much too soon. Please help us put an end to this disease so other children and families won't have to go through what we did. 

Rhabdomyosarcoma is a cancerous tumor that grows in the body's soft tissues (which connect, support or surround organs and other body structures), particularly in the muscles that attach to bone and help the body to move.  Dr. Collins was part of Kyla's team of doctor's while she was being treated and is actively researching this specific disease. She has research projects that need funding and needs our support.  Less than 4% of the federal budget for cancer research is dedicated to childhood cancer! Please support Dr. Collins and her mission in memory of Kyla. Thank you for your support.

The McGarry Family