If you are reading this, then it means Ciara holds a special place in your heart. As most of you know, she is currently fighting a second round of cancer. She is in need of assistance with expenses which I know we can accomplish. Please consider making a monetary donation, any amount is a step towards our goal. Thank you so much for coming together and showing Ciara how much we care. 

She has been diagnosed with Chordoma, a rare cancer of the bone, a type of sarcoma. She was originally diagnosed in 2006, underwent surgery and radiation therapy but, unfortunately, recently found to have reoccurrence. This recurrent cancer is invading her spinal canal, and causing spinal cord compression with resultant weakness in her lower extremities and numbness. She is going to require medical treatment with chemotherapy in an effort to stop growth of the tumor. If the tumor continues to grow, she will likely require surgery to prevent severe spinal cord compression and paralysis. She may also require additional radiation in the future to help control this tumor.

Due to the nature of intensive treatment involved with medical and possible surgical management of her recurrent thoracic spine chordoma, she will be unable to work for several months, at least. This is where your help comes in. I know she would appreciate anything you can spare to help during this trying time.