Darien, CT

Brynn Forlizzi

Two-time pediatric cancer survivor and co-founder of Soothe Note. Four-year student government president, varsity tennis captain, and competitive equestrian with a 4.2 weighted GPA. Interested in policy, politics, finance, and philanthropy.

Accomplishments

Soothe Note

Co-founded Soothe Note, a free cancer-care app that helps patients and caregivers manage symptoms, medications, appointments and treatment schedules. Featured by 110+ media outlets.

Cards of Courage

Founder and President of Cards of Courage, a nonprofit supporting pediatric cancer patients through handwritten cards and community outreach. Raised over $15,000 for pediatric cancer.

Hope & Heroes

Patient Ambassador for Hope & Heroes Children’s Cancer Fund, organizing fundraising and speaking at galas of 500+ attendees.

Cycle for Survival

Patient Advocate for Cycle for Survival, Memorial Sloan Kettering’s movement funding rare-cancer research.

18 Under 18

Named to Bedford & New Canaan Magazine’s 2026 18 Under 18 list.

Student Government President

Four-year student government president.

NYCFC Community Kickoff Kid

Honored by New York City FC as its Community Kickoff Kid during the Kick Childhood Cancer campaign.

Read the 18 Under 18 feature · Soothe Note