Published July 03. 2026 09:02AM
The organization Leo’s League Pediatric Cancer Fund recently held a fundraising event on the grounds of the Schnecksville Fire Company.
Leo Kushnir is a 7-year-old who has survived stage 5 Wilms tumors.
Wilms tumors are the most common childhood cancer and affect one or both kidneys. The survival rate exceeds 90%.
Leo was diagnosed and treated by the Lehigh Valley Reilly Children’s Hospital and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia.
The stated mission of the Leo’s League is “to help relieve the stress of families battling pediatric cancer and allow them to concentrate on treatment and their loved one by providing support, advocacy, and financial assistance.”
The organization wants to help others who have children suffering from cancer with support, help with finances and understanding as they have been in their shoes.
PRESS PHOTO BY LOU WHEELANDNorth Whitehall Township Emergency Management Agency director Don Jacobs introduced a visiting Boston bulldog named “Max” during the Leo’s League Pediatric Cancer fund fundraiser on the grounds of the Schnecksville Fire Company. “Max” is standing on the North Whitehall Township’s EMA vehicle. Additional photos appear on page A2.
Seven year old Leo Kushnir, a Wilms tumor survivor, works on a project.
The Kushnir family, Leo, Daniel, Keenan and Andrea, share time together at the Leo’s League Pediatric Cancer fund fundraiser.
Brother and sister Cody and Makayla Kohler, a racing duo, show off their race cars to visitors.
LEFT: Schnecksville’s Freer family, Kaiden, Everett, Alexander, Kenneth, Liz and Kenny, enjoy their day together.
Young volunteers Maci Holderman and Jolene Singleton help to raise funds.
Carlyn Singleton stands besides her quarter midget race car.
BELOW: Visitors attend the Leo’s League Pediatric Cancer fund fundraiser on the grounds of the Schnecksville Fire Company.PRESS PHOTOS BY LOU WHEELAND
