About P.O.L
•In Loving Memory of Jaden Hilton 2003-2007•
In 2006, the founders of MMA, Brett and Shana Melius met a then, 2-year old African-American boy named Jaden Hilton. This new acquaintance would not only touch their lives but, it would eventually have a significant impact on the lives of many others. At the time, Jaden was battling Leukemia which inspired MMA to begin working with DKMS to build awareness about adult stem cell treatments and to find a donor for Jaden. Despite their efforts, Jaden lost his battle with Leukemia on January 29, 2007. After this devastating loss, MMA, Inc. heightened its efforts to build awareness, especially with in the ethnically diverse communities, whom are more commonly affected by diseases such as; leukemia, sickle cell anemia, heart disease and diabetes at a much higher rate throughout the US, but unfortunately also fall way to short, when trying to find a non-related match. Adult stem cells can treat these diseases and is even a cure for sickle cell, although finding a life saving match is not that easy. In an effort to fulfill the mission by creating awareness and educating these communities, on such life saving treatment options, Preserve Our Legacy was formed.
