Marlo Thomas and President Barack Obama Photo

From: Photo Flash: Actress and Activist Marlo Thomas Receives 2014 Presidential Medal of Freedom

Today, St. Jude Children's Research Hospital National Outreach Director Marlo Thomas was presented with the Presidential Medal of Freedom, the nation's highest civilian honor, during a special ceremony at the White House. With Ms. Thomas as its envoy to millions of supporters, St. Jude has become the global resource leading the way the world understands, treats and defeats childhood cancer and other life-threatening diseases. Scroll down for photos!