TruLiving Foundation Raised $5,000 for Families
The local nonprofit collected funds at a school event to assist families dealing with childhood cancer.
Updated on Oct. 10, 2026 in Philanthropy
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The TruLiving Foundation successfully raised $5,000 during a Coin Wars fundraiser held at Gerald Ford Elementary School. The organization provides essential financial support for families managing the costs associated with childhood cancer treatment.
Why it matters
Childhood cancer treatment often places significant financial strain on families due to costs like food, transportation, and emergency bills. The TruLiving Foundation aims to alleviate these burdens for residents in the Coachella Valley.
The foundation raised $5,000 through the Coin Wars event at Gerald Ford Elementary. The effort supports the mission of assisting families with expenses like food and transport, specifically for those fighting cancer diagnoses like rhabdomyosarcoma.
The players
TruLiving Foundation
This is a nonprofit organization that assists families in the Coachella Valley with expenses related to childhood cancer treatment.
Truman
He is an 11-year-old two-time cancer survivor whose diagnosis at age three inspired the founding of the organization.
The details
The foundation was inspired by Truman, who was diagnosed with rhabdomyosarcoma at age three and has since survived cancer twice. To continue their work, the organization collects donations of sports cards and memorabilia for community auctions.
Timeline
The fundraiser at Gerald Ford Elementary School concluded on October 9, 2026.
The foundation supported Alex Yang at Palm Desert High School in 2025.
An upcoming auction is scheduled for November 7, 2026.
Market Landscape
The TruLiving Foundation operates within the expanding sector of community-led pediatric support networks that address specific family financial gaps. By leveraging local school events and sports memorabilia auctions, the group competes for regional attention alongside larger philanthropic entities.
Residents of Palm Desert and the broader Coachella Valley can participate by donating sports cards and memorabilia for upcoming auctions. These contributions directly help neighbors manage the high costs of pediatric cancer treatment.
The takeaway
Community-driven fundraisers provide critical relief for families facing the unexpected financial costs of long-term medical care. Donors can engage with the organization throughout the year by contributing specific items like sports memorabilia.
What happens next
The TruLiving Foundation will host a charity auction at the Coachella Valley Card Show on November 7, 2026.
Further reading
Learn more about local efforts to support health and wellness by visiting Philanthropy.
Source note: This article includes information reported by NBC Palm Springs.
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