Rexanna's Foundation for Fighting Lung Cancer

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Welcome!

Rexanna's Foundation for Fighting Lung Cancer was formed to help fight a disease that is negatively impacting so many and taking the lives of countless loved ones. To date, 90% of all donations made to Rexanna's Foundation have gone directly to impacting the cause. Learn more.

Latest News

Lone Star Huddle Up HUGE SUCCESS!

Breaking all records from attendance to money raised! Thanks to over 300 folks who came out to enjoy the amazing entertainment and to help raise money for research for lung cancer. Over $70,000.00 was raised to focus on research dedicated to a more personalized approach to lung cancer treatment.

Every dollar counts! To be a part of making a difference click here.

It's All Good Cookbook!

Rexanna's Foundation is now collecting recipes for our "It's All Good Cookbook". This cookbook will be filled with great family favorite recipes from cancer survivors, or submit a recipe in memory of a loved one or in honor of someone. Please click here to submit your recipe online, or download a printable recipe card here.

Cookies for a Cure

Bake to Make a Difference. "Cookies for a Cure" is a simple and sweet way to help bring awareness to lung cancer. We've got all the tools to help you host your own "Cookies for a Cure". Contact Us for more information.

Cedar Hill 2011 "Milson Legacy - Run" for a Purpose

GREAT SUCCESS!!! Over 400 runners!

Photos by Debrah Mathis / Ebbie Photography

Rexanna's Story

Rexanna Hawkins, 49, died of lung cancer on June 21, 2006. Never a smoker, Rexanna found out she had lung cancer on April 21, 2006.

Rexanna impacted so many in the short time she was at M.D. Anderson Cancer Center. One was Dr. Daniel Karp, her doctor. Dr. Karp was inspired by Rexanna’s sheer enthusiasm and fight to beat the cancer even with the dismal odds. Dr. Daniel Karp now serves as the Medical Advisor to Rexanna’s Foundation. Read more >>