KANSAS CITY METROPOLITAN AREA, Sept. 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — This September, Pickleman’s Gourmet Café is proud to partner with the Brave Like McKenna Foundation to stand with kids and families battling pediatric cancer.
McKenna Royer was only 11 when she lost her fight with Diffuse Midline Glioma (DMG), a rare and aggressive pediatric brain cancer, on February 26, 2024. Through every treatment and every setback, McKenna showed a spirit that never quit. She inspired everyone around her with her joy, grit, and courage.
Her mom, Janell Royer, a Pickleman’s franchisee, knows the fight up close. She saw the harsh realities of pediatric cancer and the lack of resources for families. After McKenna’s passing, Janell made a promise: no family should face this diagnosis without hope, help, and community. That promise became the Brave Like McKenna Foundation.
The foundation funds groundbreaking research and provides real, practical support for families. From easing medical costs to creating bright moments of joy in the middle of the fight.
How You Can Join In
All month long at Pickleman’s, guests can:
– Donate $1 and get a coloring page to spark creativity.
– Donate $5 and receive a pin. Wear it proudly to show you’re part of the fight!
Every dollar goes directly to the foundation. Together, we can turn sandwiches into support and meals into momentum for kids who deserve a future full of possibilities.
“This isn’t just a cause for us, it’s family,” says Doug Stritzel, Founder and CEO of Pickleman’s. “Through Janell, we’ve seen how one child’s bravery can move mountains. Now it’s our turn to move with her.”
Stop by your local Pickleman’s this September and leave knowing you helped bring light to a child’s darkest days. Together, we can help brave kids fight an even braver battle.
About Pickleman’s
Founded in 2005, Pickleman’s Gourmet Café delivers crave-worthy toasted sandwiches, pizzas, soups, and salads made with clean ingredients and proprietary recipes. With locations nationwide and a fast-growing footprint, Pickleman’s is passionate about quality, community, and creating experiences that keep guests coming back.
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