Help Pearl in Her Fight Against Cancer: One Day at a Time
The Foundation of Hope and Stamford Police Officer Panagiotis "Peter" Kalmanidis Stand with
Pearl Keitt in Her Battle Against Cancer – and She Needs Your Help
The Foundation and Officer Kalmanidis are joining forces to support a remarkable woman, Pearl, in her fight against cancer. Pearl has been battling this illness for over two years, enduring endless treatments, surgeries, and physical hardships. Through it all, she has shown incredible resilience, but now she needs our community’s help. This GoFundMe campaign is our way of rallying together to ease the heavy financial burden on Pearl and her family so she can focus on what truly matters: her health and well-being. Join us in supporting Pearl on her journey. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.
Meet Pearl
Two years ago, Pearl was diagnosed with uterine cancer. Since then, her life has been a relentless battle—fighting as her cancer spread, enduring chemo every Friday, and recovering from a recent triple heart bypass surgery. Though her cancer has spread to her chest area, she also struggles with lung complications, and a cocktail of medications has left her heart enlarged. Despite the incredible pain she experiences every day, Pearl finds solace and purpose in going to work at her local cleaners, where her coworkers have become a second family to her.
Every Friday, chemo knocks her down, leaving her exhausted and disoriented until Tuesday. Walking is painful, her hands ache, and breakdowns are frequent. But with a spirit grounded in love, kindness, and her faith, Pearl is determined to keep pushing forward. Her resilience and courage are unwavering, and she continues to inspire everyone around her, including her children, grandchildren, friends, and coworkers.
Pearl’s Message to the World
Pearl wants people to understand the reality of cancer: it's an unending struggle that requires more strength than many can imagine. “God doesn’t give us what we can’t handle,” she says, believing deeply in the power of kindness and love. Raised by a strong mother and inspired by a hard-working father, Pearl faces each day as it comes, keeping her faith that as one door closes, another will open.
Why We Need Your Help
The financial burden of Pearl’s treatments, surgeries, and ongoing care is overwhelming. With so many costs involved—medications, chemo sessions, and regular visits to the hospital—Pearl and her family are in urgent need of support. Though she’s unsure of the exact costs, they continue to mount each day, and the weight of it all is difficult to bear alone.
How You Can Make a Difference
We are calling on our community to help Pearl continue her fight. Every donation, no matter the size, is a step toward relieving the financial strain on Pearl and her family, allowing her to focus on healing and staying strong for those who love her.
Pearl has given so much of herself to others—through her work, her friendships, and her faith. Now, it’s our turn to give back. Help us help Pearl find hope and strength through this journey.
Donate to Pearl’s Campaign Today and Share Her Story. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!
The Foundation of Hope and Stamford Police Officer Panagiotis "Peter" Kalmanidis Stand with
Pearl Keitt in Her Battle Against Cancer – and She Needs Your Help
The Foundation and Officer Kalmanidis are joining forces to support a remarkable woman, Pearl, in her fight against cancer. Pearl has been battling this illness for over two years, enduring endless treatments, surgeries, and physical hardships. Through it all, she has shown incredible resilience, but now she needs our community’s help. This GoFundMe campaign is our way of rallying together to ease the heavy financial burden on Pearl and her family so she can focus on what truly matters: her health and well-being. Join us in supporting Pearl on her journey. Every donation, big or small, makes a difference.
Meet Pearl
Two years ago, Pearl was diagnosed with uterine cancer. Since then, her life has been a relentless battle—fighting as her cancer spread, enduring chemo every Friday, and recovering from a recent triple heart bypass surgery. Though her cancer has spread to her chest area, she also struggles with lung complications, and a cocktail of medications has left her heart enlarged. Despite the incredible pain she experiences every day, Pearl finds solace and purpose in going to work at her local cleaners, where her coworkers have become a second family to her.
Every Friday, chemo knocks her down, leaving her exhausted and disoriented until Tuesday. Walking is painful, her hands ache, and breakdowns are frequent. But with a spirit grounded in love, kindness, and her faith, Pearl is determined to keep pushing forward. Her resilience and courage are unwavering, and she continues to inspire everyone around her, including her children, grandchildren, friends, and coworkers.
Pearl’s Message to the World
Pearl wants people to understand the reality of cancer: it's an unending struggle that requires more strength than many can imagine. “God doesn’t give us what we can’t handle,” she says, believing deeply in the power of kindness and love. Raised by a strong mother and inspired by a hard-working father, Pearl faces each day as it comes, keeping her faith that as one door closes, another will open.
Why We Need Your Help
The financial burden of Pearl’s treatments, surgeries, and ongoing care is overwhelming. With so many costs involved—medications, chemo sessions, and regular visits to the hospital—Pearl and her family are in urgent need of support. Though she’s unsure of the exact costs, they continue to mount each day, and the weight of it all is difficult to bear alone.
How You Can Make a Difference
We are calling on our community to help Pearl continue her fight. Every donation, no matter the size, is a step toward relieving the financial strain on Pearl and her family, allowing her to focus on healing and staying strong for those who love her.
Pearl has given so much of herself to others—through her work, her friendships, and her faith. Now, it’s our turn to give back. Help us help Pearl find hope and strength through this journey.
Donate to Pearl’s Campaign Today and Share Her Story. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts!