about us

about us

The Trevor Wade Daniel Foundation combats childhood cancer and its effect through building awareness, funding research, inspiring hope and supporting patients and families. The foundation provides support primarily through social work departments at DFW and Austin area children’s hospitals.

900


Families served

$13K


Raised for pediatric cancer research

$11K


Given to families dealing with cancer

6000


Toys donated to
Children's Medical Center Dallas

About trevor

Trevor was the easiest kid to hang out with whether we were building with Legos, watching movies, making pizzas, building forts, fishing, or hitting golf balls he was just the greatest kid and we loved being with him. He was mostly quiet and reserved but also very funny at times when he got to know you. He was a very thoughtful and loving brother, son, and friend to everyone. It was not uncommon to find a note of encouragement on your desk or bathroom mirror telling you that he is thinking about you and wishing you a good day. He loved his animals (dog, cats and fishes) and being outside where he liked to camp and cookout. 


Through our journey with him, we watched him manage his doubts and fears better than any of us could have imagined. He carried a heavy load for a twelve-year-old but never complained or asked "why me?" He went about his daily schedule without missing a beat, simply taking his chemo or medications in between school work and baseball practice or having a friend over to hang out. He never let his condition dictate his day or attitude and in most instances, he wore a smile. He bravely faced each challenge and relapse with a determined spirit and stoic attitude that was an inspiration to all of us. What a brave young man. 


We feel blessed and enriched for having had him in our lives but for just a short period of time and we look forward to the time when we will see him again. 


Trev's story

Oct 2017

Trevor is diagnosed with T-cell Lymphoblasaic Lymphoma and bravely enters the hospital to begin treatment.


Dec 2017

Trevor completes Chemotherapy and returns home after several rounds of treatment.

Nov 2018

The cancer returns in Trevor's neck. Doctors are troubled that the relapse has occurred so quickly.


Chemo begins and we begin discussions about a bone marrow transplant. Ethan is found to be an exact match. Yay!

Jan - Feb 2019

Trevor undergoes several rounds of full body raditation and heavy doses of chemo to prepare for the bone marrow transplant on February 7.


Mar - May 2019

Trevor lives at the Ronald McDonald House while recovering from the bone marrow treatment.


May 2019

Trevor is back home and feeling good!


Sept 2019

Trevor develops Graft vs Host Disease.


Nov 2019

Trevor undergoes surgery to remove Nocardia gram positive pulmonary infection.

Jan 2, 2020

Doctors tell us there is not much else they can do. Devastating. We go on our Make A Wish Trip to Disney World.


Jan 7, 2020

Trevor has another relapse in his eye.


Feb 2020

Trevor's cancer is responding well to radiation. The doctors tell us that another transplant is an option... Hope!


Aug 2020

Trevor has another relapse in his esophagus and trachea require him to need a feeding tube.


Sept 2020

We meet Trevor's care team, they feel like another transplant will be more difficult for him and no guarantees for a cure.

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Jan 2021

Trevor tells us that he doesn't want to go through another transplant. He will take oral chemo at home with frequent visits from hospice.


Apr 2021

Trevor develops a relapse in his chest compromising his pulmonary arterail braches.


June 2021

June 15th at 3am, Trevor passes. His bravery and strong spirit on display until the very last hour. Our warrior and hero.