Molly Morris, described as funny and fierce by those that know her best, is undergoing treatment for kidney cancer and neighbors are fighting alongside her.
Students at area schools showed up to class in orange shirts Friday morning, and orange ribbons are lining the streets of Norwood Park.
Local businesses are also making donations in Molly's name.
Molly attends Saint Monica Academy where parishioners packed the church Friday night for a special prayer service.
Friends have set up a GoFundMe campaign to raise money for Molly's medical bills as she continues treatment.