Family Of Chelmsford Boy Battling Cancer Gifted $5K From Police

CHELMSFORD, MA – The family of a Chelmsford boy battling cancer for two and a half years was given a reason to smile Monday as they accepted a $5,000 check from Cops for Kids with Cancer Monday, Chelmsford Police shared in a news release.

Cops for Kids with Cancer gifted Wyatt Miethe's family the check thanks to the family being sponsored by Chelmsford Police, Chief James Spinney explained.

The organization provides funds to those involved in the care of children with cancer, with each family typically receiving $5,000. Funds from Cops for Kids with Cancer can be used for anything, and are meant to help families fill the many gaps in finances that a cancer diagnoses can create, like medical bills or more routine costs that can be overlooked when medical bills pile up.

"I'm grateful to Cops for Kids with Cancer for the wonderful support they provide to families across New England, and in particular for the support they have provided to this family in our Chelmsford community," Spinney said.

The check was presented at the Chelmsford Police Department in a ceremony organized by Chelmsford School Resource Officer Ashley Rokas and Lt. Gary Hannagan, who is on the board of directors for Cops for Kids with Cancer.

The organization now provides checks to eight families per month across New England, where any police department can sponsor a family with a child battling cancer.

Hannagan said that he is proud to be involved with an organization "doing amazing things throughout New England."

"There is nothing more rewarding, for me, than to spend a few minutes with these warriors," Hannagan added. "I am always humbled by their personalities and ability to keep a positive attitude throughout their treatments."