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Katie was invited to share her story and talk about Courage Tees with LA news channel Spectrum News 1 on August 15, 2025.
Treatment Day
The Moment That Started It
On her first day of chemotherapy, Katie had to lift her shirt up to her neck so the nurse could insert a needle into her port.
She felt vulnerable, uncomfortable, and embarrassed.
As a parent in this situation, you are limited in what you can do for your child.
Katie's mom, Casey, had an idea — one that could make treatment feel a little more human.
The First Courage Tee
Made for Katie
Katie loved the shirt, but after spending hours upon hours in the hospital, she wanted something that felt more like her.
So Casey and Katie worked together to create shirts with Katie’s favorite characters, designs, and colors.
The first Courage Tee was more than a shirt — it was a way for Katie to feel seen, comfortable, and herself during treatment.
After Cancer
Chapter 2
In September 2014, Katie went into remission. Three years later, doctors told Katie and her family that her chances of getting cancer again were the same as someone who had never had cancer before.
It has now been 12 years since Katie’s original diagnosis. She attends the University of Southern California studying journalism, entrepreneurship, and Spanish.
Katie and Casey are working together to see that Courage Tees reach those who need them. Please join our email list to stay up to date and reach out with any questions!
