Jennifer Huntley - Hey Neighbor 129

In this episode of Love Living Local 315, we sit down with Jennifer Huntley, Executive Director of Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund, an organization that has spent nearly 30 years supporting children and families facing childhood cancer across Central New York. What began as a small memorial walk in honor of a six-year-old girl named Paige has grown into a powerful mission that now serves families across 22 counties. Jennifer shares the story behind the organization, the impact of Paige’s legacy and why the work continues to matter just as much today as it did three decades ago. This conversation shines a light on the realities families face after a childhood cancer diagnosis. Jennifer talks about the financial strain, the constant travel for treatment and the emotional toll that comes with caring for a child battling cancer. She explains how Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund steps in with immediate support, helps families build community and works closely with Upstate Golisano Children’s Hospital to address the greatest needs along the journey. We also discuss the incredible resilience of the children and families she meets every day. Jennifer shares stories that are both heartbreaking and inspiring, along with the perspective she has gained from working alongside families during some of the most difficult moments of their lives. This episode is a powerful reminder of the strength that exists in our communities and the difference people can make when they come together around a common cause. We Discuss: • The story of Paige and how her legacy sparked a mission that has lasted nearly 30 years • The challenges families face after receiving a childhood cancer diagnosis • How Paige’s Childhood Cancer Fund provides financial and emotional support • The long-term impact childhood cancer has on survivors and their families • Ways individuals and businesses can help support children battling cancer across Central New York This conversation is emotional, inspiring and full of perspective. It is also a reminder that sometimes the most meaningful way to help is simply to show up, spread awareness and let families know they are not facing their journey alone. This episode is brought to you by Vault Capital Partners. (  / vaultcapitalpartners  ) --- Show Markers: (0:00) - Welcome & Introduction (0:55) - Story of Paige's Childhood Cancer Fund (2:30) - 30 Years Later (3:45) - Day to Day Operations (6:00) - How Did Jennifer Get Involved? (7:00) - Standing Out & Spreading Awareness (8:15) - Comfort Kits & Financial Help (9:45) - Resilience & Community (11:20) - Providing Some Normalcy (12:45) - Long Term Journey (15:20) - Powerful Moments & Success Stories (17:15) - Are There Warning Signs? (18:30) - Prevention & Environment Factors (20:30) - Growth & Rebranding (22:15) - Annual Events (27:00) - Getting to Know the Need (28:30) - June Run (30:10) - Keeping Memories Alive (32:30) - Not Bringing Work Home (35:45) - Rapid Fire Questions --- Jennifer Huntley's Links: Website - https://paigesccf.org IG -   / paigeschildhoodcancerfund   FB -   / paigeschildhoodcancerfund   Linkedin -   / paiges-childhood-cancer-fund   --- Love Living Local Links: Podcast Email - [email protected] Website - https://www.lovelivinglocal315.com YouTube -    / @lovelivinglocal315   Facebook -   / lovelivinglocal315   Instagram -   / lovelivinglocal315   TikTok -   / lovelivinglocal315   Scott's FB -   / scott.grates.1   Scott's Website - https://www.scottgrates.com Referrals Done Right - https://www.referralsdoneright.org