Isha's Story

Isha Agarwal embraced every moment and lived life to the fullest. She was an incredibly passionate and compassionate individual, with a heart overflowing with love. Her family and friends held paramount importance in her life.

After being diagnosed with an aggressive form of soft tissue cancer in Sept 2021, Isha underwent a challenging year of chemotherapy and radiation at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia. Despite the tireless efforts of her medical team and her strong desire to continue living, Isha transitioned to eternal life in Feb 2023, just couple of months before her 16th birthday. She was a 10th grade student with honors, in the Rutgers Preparatory Upper School, New Jersey. Even in her final days, Isha made sure to express her profound gratitude to everyone involved in her care - doctors, friends and family alike. She encouraged those around her to continue the fight against cancer.

Isha's spirit of gratitude and her profound love for others, serve as the driving force behind ‘Isha Cares’. The organization's mission is to support initiatives that aim to alleviate the stress on patients and their families by addressing their financial needs. Additionally, Isha Cares aims to assist charities dedicated to aiding the disadvantaged and marginalized.

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Mission

Partnering with Local Communities

Fostering healthier lives for children through the effective prevention and treatment of Cancer and supporting Education and Wellbeing of children in vulnerable and underserved communities.

• To champion research for the permanent cure of cancer and contribute to the global eradication of this disease.

• To educate and engage communities in promoting health screenings, detecting, and preventing specific diseases in children.

• To offer an emotional wellness toolkit to children, fostering their mental well-being.

• To bring comfort and joy to children undergoing extended hospital stays

• To provide financial support to families impacted by cancer through the organization of fundraisers.

• To offer educational support to underprivileged children by sponsoring their musical talent activities, promoting holistic development.

Vision

To make a lasting impact, we know that we must actively engage and include the communities we are seeking to help. We are continually learning and growing in how we show up as an authentic, ethical partner.