At just 3 years old, Caroline Brewer’s life changed forever with the diagnosis of a brain tumor the size of a softball. Doctors warned she might not survive surgery—or if she did, she could lose her vision or mobility. But Caroline defied every expectation, emerging from treatment without major side effects.
Over the next eight years, she faced five cancer recurrences—four brain tumors and one spinal tumor. Eventually, her tumors spread so rapidly that doctors stopped counting. Yet Caroline never let cancer define her.
She radiated joy and strength, advocating for better treatments not just for herself, but for all kids battling cancer. She loved simple pleasures: the beach, Sephora and Ulta trips, Starbucks, Taylor Swift and chips and queso. Caroline brought light to every room, especially to her parents, Jamie and Matthew, and her older brothers, Will and Jack.
In December 2024, Caroline passed away at age 10. Just months later, her classmates honored her at what would have been her elementary school graduation. Friends read a heartfelt poem, presented her family with flowers and her signed yearbook and awarded her the Flying Eagle Award for earning all A’s. Her chosen quote captured her spirit: “Don’t be pushed by your problems. Be led by your dreams.” – Ralph Waldo Emerson.
A devoted Atlanta United fan, Caroline served twice as an Honorary Captain. In a recent tribute, her brothers walked onto the field in her honor. The family stood on the capo platform before the Hype Depot for a game-winning goal, receiving a golden spike engraved with Caroline’s name—forever linking her to the Atlanta United family.
“The Atlanta United organization has created so many precious memories for Caroline,” said her dad, Matthew Brewer. “Including Will and Jack in this recent tribute was deeply healing for us. Rally has walked alongside us from day one. We are forever grateful.”
“Her zest for life and her bravery inspired everyone around her,” said Rally CEO Dean Crowe, “but the battle she faced is one no child should have to endure.”
Caroline’s light lives on. You can honor her legacy by donating or getting involved at werally.io/RallyForCaroline.