Valentine Penny Campaign Helps Cancer-Stricken Teen
COLLEYVILLE (CBS 11) -- A North Texas teen originally from Waxahachie is in Los Angeles alongside her mother receiving experimental cancer treatment.
Brooke Foster, 16, was diagnosed with stage 4 Osteosarcoma last year. It's a rare form of bone cancer that usually targets teenagers. Her father, John Foster said they've tried all forms of treatments but none have worked. Now, they have resorted to experimental treatment that isn't covered by health insurance.
John Foster added, "It's really hard because you make these decisions hoping to make the right decision."
The decision to seek experimental treatments has their family racking up bills in the tens of thousands of dollars.
So, in attempts to help family friend Tracy Gleason has started a Valentine Penny Campaign. She's asking people to donate a penny and send Brooke a valentine with an inspiring message of hope.
Brooke spoke to CBS 11 through Facetime and said, "words of encouragement really do help us a lot, and it makes everything better."
The 16-year-old says she is remaining optimistic during these hard times, but know people back home here in North Texas are rooting for her.
She said, "thank you everyone. I am so happy that you all support me and it means so much and it helps me out a lot."
If you would like to help Brooke Foster by sending her a Penny Valentines or by making a donation you can click on the links below:
Mail Valentines: Brooke Foster c/o John Foster
112 Manchester Drive
Waxahachie, TX 75165
