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Supporting Families of Children Battling Cancer in East Texas

At Sophie’s Friends, we are dedicated to providing support and resources to families facing the challenges of childhood cancer. Join us in our mission to make a difference in their lives.

Giving gifts to cancer patients in east tx
baby getting treatment for cancer in east tx
baby with cancer sleeping in crib
Sophie The Brave in hospital in Texas
Photo of Sophie Skiles and a sign that says God Is Bigger
Child with cancer sleeping peacefully in a hospital bed
Showing huge support for child battling cancer in Texas
Jonathan and Shelby SKiles holding baby Sophie in the hospital
Jonathan and Shelby Skiles family holding photo of Sophie
Baby with cancer sleeping in a hospital bed

Families go through a lot. We know.

We lost our daughter Sophie to childhood cancer in 2018. We're on a mission to provide essential assistance to families battling childhood cancer. Our mission is to alleviate some of the burdens they face during this challenging journey.

Sophie’s Friends helps provide support.

We provide vital resources to families facing the challenges of childhood cancer. From financial aid to everyday necessities, we are here to help.

Shelby Skiles shopping to support families of cancer patients
Jonathan and Shelby Skiles family today at their home in Tyler TX

Ways We Support

Showing huge support for child battling cancer in Texas

Financial Assistance

Shelby & Jonathan Skiles with nurses at the hospital delivering gifts to patients

Physical Goods & Gifts

Encouragement & Community

Help us support East Texas families in need

Bring hope and relief to families battling childhood cancer.