Our Mission
Building Meaningful Change From an Extraordinary Life
Hamish's Difference was born from the courage of one boy who spent his final years thinking of others before himself.
We carry that spirit forward through three commitments:
Cure. We fund research into rare, aggressive childhood cancers, chasing the breakthroughs that today's children can't wait for.
Community. We stand beside families walking this same road, offering connection and support that makes an unbearable journey a little less lonely.
Advocacy. We raise our voices for the kids who can't yet raise their own, pushing for awareness, funding, and priority that rare childhood cancers deserve.
Hamish spent his last years fighting to help other children before himself. This is how we keep fighting for him.
Our Pillars
Cure
Supporting research, treatment, innovation, and hope for children and families affected by rare pediatric cancers.
Community
Bringing families, friends, caregivers, and communities together through compassion, connection, and support.
Advocacy
Raising awareness, amplifying voices, and helping create lasting change for families facing rare pediatric cancers.
Organization Status
Hamish's Difference is a nonprofit organization recognized as tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.