Manhattan Teen Uses Origami to Raise Funds for Breast Cancer Research

Origami for a Cause

• 💡 Eighth grader Aiden Risby creates peace pandas from origami as a unique way to raise funds for breast cancer research.
• 🎨 Each origami structure uses 1,200 note cards and takes approximately 10 hours to complete.

Personal Inspiration

• 💔 The inspiration behind Aiden's project is his grandmother, who passed away from breast cancer in 2017 at the age of 62.
• 💖 Aiden wanted to combine his love for origami with honoring his grandmother's memory, calling it a touching dedication.

Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure

• 🏆 Aiden's origami pandas, symbolizing peace and harmony, will be presented to the top three donors of the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure.
• 🎗️ For this event, Aiden is switching his signature black and white pandas to pink and black in honor of breast cancer awareness.

Future Aspirations

• 🚀 Aiden hopes to amplify his impact and raise more awareness for the cause through his art.
• ✨ He believes that simple acts of kindness and helping others make the most difference in life.