Donald Rottman was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. For him, that gave presented the opportunity to take more chances.

Frank Potepan fought lymphoma in the 1990s, and for the last several years has been involved in developing a local hospice program. For Frank and his wife, Ellen, it’s a chance to show their gratitude and a rewarding and meaningful way to support the cancer care community.

Several years after Annie Applegarth battled sarcoma, she joined the Mermaids, a group that participates in Swim Across America, an event that raises money for cancer research. Before her diagnosis she had never spent much time in the water. Now her friends and family cheer as she finishes up a mile.