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Ava Westbury

Ava Westbury

Age: 11 | Gender: F

💔 Ava’s Fight: A Story of Courage and Love

Being a Charleston Elf is more than a kind gesture—it is a commitment to providing a child the full holiday experience they deserve. While you are not required to purchase every single item on their wish list, the expectation is that each Elf provides the child with all of their holiday gifts. We understand that not everyone can take on that level of commitment alone and warmly encourage you to team up with friends, family, or coworkers who would like to make a meaningful impact as well.

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Ava's Story

Ava is an extraordinary 11-year-old girl with a heart full of kindness and creativity. Last March, our world changed forever when Ava was diagnosed with High-Risk B Cell Leukemia. Hearing those words was devastating—but Ava’s strength has been nothing short of inspiring.

Despite the countless challenges, Ava remains a bright light in our lives. She loves creating art, playing with her favorite toys, watching YouTube, and—most of all—making gifts for other children at St. Jude Children’s Hospital. One day, she told me, “I love giving presents to the other kids. It makes me so happy.” That simple statement says everything about who Ava is: selfless, loving, and determined to bring joy to others even while fighting her own battle.

Ava has two amazing siblings who adore her. Noah, 17, is a high school senior with dreams of becoming a firefighter. He’s protective, caring, and always looking out for his little sisters. Adalyn, who just turned 9, is our girly girl—she loves makeup, jewelry, and fashion, and she shines on stage with her local theater group. This journey has been incredibly hard on them too. Watching their sister go through this has been heartbreaking, but they’ve stood by her with courage and love.

Every week, we drive 206 miles round trip—sometimes multiple times—to Charleston for Ava’s treatments. The emotional and financial strain has been overwhelming. I (Vanessa) haven’t been able to work since the day Ava was diagnosed. Between the loss of income and mounting expenses, this year has tested us in ways we never imagined.
Yet through it all, we remain grateful. Grateful for Ava’s resilience. Grateful for the love and support that surrounds us. And grateful for you—because your generosity is helping us give our children a Christmas filled with hope and joy during the hardest season of our lives.

Thank you for blessing our family. Your kindness means more than words can ever express.

Ava's Hobbies & Interests

K-Pop Collecting & Fandom

Items like Stray Kids Skzoo Dolls and Funko Pop BTS Jung Kook suggest a strong interest in K-Pop music and collecting related merchandise.

Plush & Figurine Collecting

Multiple plush dolls and Playmobil sets indicate a love for collecting cute or themed figures and toys.

Fashion & Style

Tie-dye sweatshirt sets, casual hoodies, and skincare masks point to an interest in fashion, self-care, and personal style.

Skincare & Beauty

Facial masks and beauty-related items suggest a hobby in skincare routines and spa-like self-care activities.

Creative Play & Imaginative Activities

Playmobil “Magical Dance” and “Fashion” sets, plus Rainbow High dolls, show a passion for imaginative play and storytelling.

Pop Culture & Music

BTS and Stray Kids merchandise highlight a love for music, pop culture, and possibly dancing or singing along.

Casual Gaming or Collectible Gaming

While not explicitly listed, Funko Pops often appeal to fans of gaming and pop culture crossover.



Comfort & Lifestyle

Cozy clothing and Adidas sneakers suggest an interest in comfortable, stylish living and possibly light sports or active play.

Ava's Wishlist

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2Z02UGY75W56J?ref_=wl_share
- Shirt Size: Youth XL, Ladies S 14/16
- Pant Size: Youth 16 pants, if button type, if elastic 14/16
- Shoe Size: 7.5

The Westbury Family

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