Letter from the Founders

More than two years ago, LaRee and I couldn't escape the brutal conclusion that in our world today, some lives are seen as worth saving and others are not. We said to ourselves: "This cannot be true. But if it is true, changing this dilemma deserves to be the priority of our lives and foundation."  We created the Little Heroes Foundation because we believe in the principle that every human life has equal worth. We both felt very inspired to start this charitable foundation, because there are so many children throughout the world in need. Children with cancer in Utah travel to Primary Children's hospital 7 days a week for up to 4-5 years to get cancer treatments; imagine the emotional, physical and financial impact on the patient, their parents, siblings and loved ones. Children in Russia sit in hospitals alone with no one to hold them or care for them. 90% of orphans in Russia have living parents; unfortunately the parents have been deemed unfit to raise them. In Ghana 1 million people die from Malaria each year, 90% of those in sub-Saharan Africa. These are a few of the many global issues that we are focusing on. Our time, energy and talents are focused on providing hope, relief and stability to their circumstances. We want to help these children have happy and productive lives. The challenges we face are great, but so is the opportunity to improve children's lives.  Thank you for your kindness and generosity in taking the time to visit our blog and learn more about the Little Heroes Foundation!  Travis & LaRee Hansen