Fighting Soldierz was founded in 2014 by Tanya Higgins, a native of Cleveland, Ohio.   Tanya was diagnosed in 2012 with stage 4 terminal breast cancer.  Since then, she has undergone aggressive chemotherapy, radiation and 3 surgeries.  Today, after multiple surgeries and treatments— she is determined to spread awareness about the dis-ease and to inspire and spread hope to others who are dealing with all types of health and social challenges.  Tanya was inspired to create the Fighting Soldierz apparel brand because she believes positive imagery and words of affirmation are keys to healing!Cancer prompted Tanya to live life without fear and to live a life of abundance.  In addition to launching Fighting Soldierz, Tanya is Founder of Pynk Soldierz - a platform for public speaking and educator regarding breast cancer awareness; she speaks at public events as well as for non-profit organizations.   She's also a member of a competitive dragon boat paddle team.