Our Mission

Walk With Sally provides hope through our individualized mentoring and community support services to empower children experiencing trauma through a parent, guardian or sibling's cancer journey.

Why Mentoring?

59% of children who are mentored, get better grades
Students who meet regularly with their mentors are 52% less likely than their peers to skip a day of school and 37% less likely to skip a class
Youth who meet regularly with their mentors are 46% less likely than their peers to start using illegal drugs and 27% less likely to start drinking
Nearly 18 million children in America need or want mentoring, but only three million are in formal, high-quality mentoring relationships.
2.85 million children in the United States are living with a parent who is battling or has survived cancer.
More than half of the children in our mentoring program are not caucasian

Our Stories

Mentors Needed For...

Asul, 9 years old, came to us through the recommendation of her school counselor after learning that both Asul's mother and brother are battling cancer. Ruth, a single mom, is not only fighting the disease, but all the while supporting her children. Asul has had a very difficult time dealing with the impact cancer has had on her family. This smart, shy, talented little girl enjoys writing and playing the piano. She needs a mentor who shares her interests, and can understand the struggle that her and her family are facing.

Friendship Anniversary

Matched on January 15th of 2014, these two have formed a very special bond. Since their match, Miriam has continued to be an advocate for Salma, providing her with support and allowing her to open up about her feelings. "My friendship with Salma has greatly enriched my life. I admire her strength, courage, and resiliency as she faces the devastating effects of her mother's frequent hospitalizations and illness. As we approach the 1-year anniversary of our friendship, I have seen her mature and "blossom" into a beautiful pre-teen with strong values and deep love and devotion to her family."

New Matches

Joe & Cooper were matched in late November, and have become fast friends. They share a love of football, being outdoors, and trying new things. As Cooper's dad battles cancer, Joe will be there to support him and the family by giving Cooper a chance to have fun and just be a kid!

Our Mentoring Program

(free of charge)

Walk With Sally is dedicated to providing free mentoring support programs and services to children of parents, guardians or siblings who have cancer or have succumbed to cancer - one child at a time, one heart at a time.

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Become A Mentor

To apply to become a mentor, please fill out our mentor application and follow the instructions noted in the application.

Enroll A Child

Do you know a child we can help? Our mentors will be happy to help. Call us at (310) 322-3900 or email us at info@walkwithsally.org.

Get Involved

There are many ways you can help us at Walk With Sally, from internships to committees, we have options that can work with your availability and schedule. Let’s help you find your fit with Walk With Sally!