Live Like Bella® Childhood Cancer Foundation

Who We Are

The Live Like Bella® Childhood Cancer Foundation in Miami, FL, is a nonprofit organization founded in 2013. The foundation was created in memory of Bella Rodriguez-Torres, who inspired people around the world through her courageous fight against cancer.

Live Like Bella® is committed to being an internationally recognized leader in childhood cancer research and advocacy, while providing financial and emotional support to families whose children are battling cancer.

Our Programs

IN-TREATMENT SUPPORT: Live Like Bella® supports families facing the financial hardships that arise when a child undergoes cancer treatment. The foundation assists with mortgage or rent payments, medical co-pays, medications, utilities, transportation costs, groceries, and other expenses.

MEMORIAL SUPPORT: In the tragic event that a child with cancer passes, Live Like Bella® helps cover the costs of memorial services, including burials, headstones, funerals, and more.

RESEARCH FUNDING: As of 2024, the Live Like Bella® Pediatric Cancer Research Initiative has provided over $37,000,000 in funding for 66 pediatric cancer research trials at 10 renowned institutions in the State of Florida.

Watch the powerful story of Ben Amador, who began his battle with DIPG, an aggressive and inoperable brain tumor, in 2019. Thanks to your support, Live Like Bella® was able to help Ben and his family through our multiple lines of service. First, we provided financial support during his treatment, then helped improve his quality of life through his enrollment in a research trial funded by the Live Like Bella® Initiative. Lastly, we provided memorial support at the time of his passing.

Today, we continue to work tirelessly in Ben’s honor and to help the countless children battling cancer who are counting on our support.

Our Impact

Since its inception, the Live Like Bella® Foundation has:

☀️ Served families in 49 states and 38 countries.

☀️ Funded 66 pediatric clinical trials totaling $37 million.

☀️ Provided over $8 million in financial assistance for families around the world.

With your support, we know we will see the day where childhood cancer becomes a treatable and curable disease.