Teen's dying wish: Help other kids get their wishes
A California teen with terminal cancer is asking for your help in making her dying wish come true, which is to help another child receive their own wish.
"I found out I have terminal cancer now and my last request is to grant another wish for a child before I pass away," Samantha Dacong said in between tears.
Samantha — who goes by Sammie — is just 18 years old, but she is battling cancer for the second time.
As a child, she beat a rare form of cancer and was a Make-A-Wish kid. Since then she has been an ambassador for the organization, raising money and helping grant other wishes for sick children.
But late last year, she was diagnosed again with cancer. This time it is terminal. Her only goal now is to raise enough money to grant another wish for a child.
This week, there was a drive-by celebration in her honor in Sacramento's Land Park.
Her family, friends and Sacramento police officers showed up to show her how much she is loved. She also used the opportunity to once again bring attention to the other kids battling cancer.
"I realize that I'm not the only child dealing with this, I realize there's more people ... that need support," Sammie said.
On Wednesday, Make-A-Wish pinned Sammie, making her an official employee, which happens to be her dream job.
You can donate in Sammie's honor here.