Inspired by the Life of Hamish Fenton
A life that made a difference. A legacy changing the fight against pediatric cancer.
Hamish Fenton had an extraordinary ability to bring people together. Whether he was with family, friends, teammates, or complete strangers, he made people feel special.
At just 11 years old, Hamish was diagnosed with stage 4 NUT Carcinoma, a rare and aggressive cancer. Over the almost three years that followed, even as he faced his own extraordinary challenges, he continued to think about other kids and families going through similar journeys.
Hamish's Difference exists to carry that same spirit forward by turning love into action, supporting families facing pediatric cancer, and advancing the search for cures.
Our Mission
Cure. Community. Advocacy.
Hamish's Difference is committed to advancing the search for cures, strengthening the communities that surround families, and advocating for greater awareness and support.
Explore Our MissionWhy This Matters
The Reality of Childhood Cancer
Behind every statistic is a child, a family, and an urgent need for better answers.
- #1
- Cancer is the number one cause of death by disease among children.
- 43
- Children in the U.S. are expected to be diagnosed with cancer each day.Approximately 1 in 285 children in the U.S. will be diagnosed with cancer before their 20th birthday.
- 95%+
- More than 95% of childhood cancer survivors experience significant health-related issues by age 45 because of current treatment options.
- 4%
- Only 4% of the billions of dollars the government spends annually on cancer research is directed toward treating childhood cancer.
Cure
Supporting research, treatment, innovation, and hope for children and families affected by rare pediatric cancers.
Community
Bringing families, friends, caregivers, and communities together through compassion, connection, and support.
Advocacy
Raising awareness, amplifying voices, and helping create lasting change for families facing rare pediatric cancers.
Who Hamish Was
Hamish was the kind of son, brother, teammate, and friend who made people feel welcome. He loved his family, treasured his friendships, never missed a chance to cheer for the Giants, and could spend hours building something extraordinary out of Lego. Above all, he had a gift for bringing joy to each room he entered, making every individual shine and bringing people together.
His life was not defined by cancer. It was defined by how he lived, how he loved, and the lasting difference he made in everyone fortunate enough to know him.
Meet Hamish
A short film celebrating Hamish's life, the people he loved, and the difference he continues to make.
A Film About Hamish
A short film celebrating Hamish's life, family, friendships, courage, and the legacy that continues to inspire others.
Coming Soon
“What will you build because you knew Hamish Fenton?”
Hamish was known as a master builder. Hamish's Difference will carry that spirit forward by building hope, connection, support, and meaningful change.
Ways to Help
There are many ways to carry Hamish's spirit forward. Find the one that feels right for you.
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