Brenden Foster
Brenden Foster | |
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| Born | Brenden Stephen Foster October 4, 1997 |
| Died | November 21, 2008 (aged 11) Bothell, Washington, U.S. |
| Cause of death | Leukemia |
| Known for | The Brenden Foster Food Drive |
Brenden Stephen Foster (October 4, 1997 – November 21, 2008) was an 11-year-old boy from Bothell, Washington, diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia in 2005. KOMO, a local broadcasting station, reported the story of Brenden's last wish on November 7, 2008, which was to feed the homeless. The story inspired many, and prompted attention from national media such as CNN and the Associated Press, even drawing international attention.
The Seattle Seahawks NFL franchise paid for Brenden's funeral; he is buried at Evergreen Washelli Cemetery in Seattle, Washington.