A Gilbert third-grader survived cancer, and now she’s inspiring people to roll up their sleeves to save lives.
Riley Mahoney hugged her grandma to thank her for giving blood for the first time.
She was one of the dozens of people who showed up to Gilbert Middle School on Tuesday to roll up their sleeves for a special cause.
“It makes me feel happy because I feel like all these people care about me,” Riley said.
She organized this blood drive to show people why donation is so important.
Two years ago, a visit to the doctor for a sore throat turned into the worst news for Riley and her family. She was diagnosed with leukemia.
“She was diagnosed August of 2019,” said Riley’s mother, Emily Mahoney. “I just remember not being able to breathe and physical pain. It takes your breath away.”
Leave a Reply