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Teen Fights Cancer with Kindness, Honors Dad's Legacy
26 Nov
Summary
- Nika Hirsch's '100 Kind Deeds Day' honors her late father's memory.
- Each deed on Black Friday donates $1 to Conquer Cancer Foundation.
- Diagnosed with cancer, Nika continues her mission despite illness.
Nika Hirsch, a sophomore from Northfield High School, has transformed a childhood idea into a powerful movement called '100 Kind Deeds Day.' Originally conceived to overcome her selective mutism and shyness, the initiative now serves as a way to honor her late father, Rico Hirsch, who passed away from brain cancer. The event encourages people to perform acts of kindness on Black Friday and share them on social media, fostering a community of compassion.
This year's '100 Kind Deeds Day' carries particular significance as an anonymous donor pledges $1 to the Conquer Cancer Foundation for every kind deed shared. Nika, who has recently been diagnosed with cancer herself, remains resolute in her commitment to spreading positivity. Her personal journey fuels her determination to help other families facing similar challenges, embodying her father's spirit of living life to the fullest.
The '100 Kind Deeds Day' aims to multiply acts of kindness globally, with Nika leading the charge. Inspired by her father's mantra to 'keep making this life rock,' Nika continues her legacy of kindness, even as she battles her own health struggles. Her efforts demonstrate remarkable resilience and a profound dedication to making a difference in the lives of others.
