Kaley, Christian and Keira Young’s New York City firefighter dad Keith died of cancer after helping clean up the aftermath of the Sept. 11 attacks — and in his honor, the siblings pitched their late father’s invention.

“It was his dream to pitch it on Shark Tank,” Kaley said. “Unfortunately, he passed away before he had that chance, but we’re here today to continue his legacy and make that dream a reality.”

Keith — also a two-time champion on Food Network’s Chopped — died months before the ABC show taped the segment in June.

The product itself, a chopping board with a detachable bowl for easy cleanup, is called the Cup Board Pro and bears a special logo incorporating a firehouse symbol in honor of the firefighters who died in 9/11.

His kids, ranging in age from 15 to 24, explained on the show that their dad had to delay his project because their mom was diagnosed with breast cancer and died in August 2012.

“He put everything on hold to be at her side,” Kaley said. “On Aug. 22, 2012, God called our mom home, and our dad showed us what strength was in every moment he continued to show up for us, and in life in general. He was a true inspiration, like our mom.”

Hoping to honor their parents’ legacy, the Young siblings started an online store and are running the business out of their living room.

All five sharks — Daymond John, Matt Higgins, Mark Cuban, Kevin O’Leary and Lori Greiner — jointly offered $100,000 for a 20 percent stake in the business and pledged to donate any proceeds to support firefighters who have illnesses stemming from 9/11.

“It was surreal,” Christian tells PEOPLE. “It was really cool pitching with my two sisters. We knew we were all next to each other, giving each other the energy to pitch our dad’s product.”

The episode left viewers in tears, flooding Twitter with their support. In fact, the response was so positive that the Cup Board Pro is already sold out.

“We sold out, as of last night,” Kaley tells PEOPLE. “So now we’re going to work on more manufacturing to fulfill my Dad’s dream of having the Cup Board Pro in every kitchen in America.”

“I’m glad that you all met this special family tonight and @mcuban @lorigreiner @kevinolearytv @mhiggins and myself made a deal with #CupboardPro,” John tweeted. “I’m looking forward to working with these incredible entrepreneurs. I will remember this pitch forever.”

I’m glad that you all met this special family tonight and @mcuban @lorigreiner @kevinolearytv @mhiggins and myself made a deal with #CupboardPro. I’m looking forward to working with these incredible entrepreneurs. I will remember this pitch forever. #SharkTank

— Daymond John (@TheSharkDaymond) October 22, 2018

“I hope that it inspires people to keep dreaming,” Kaley says. “And to remember how important family and friends are, and that love is really the most important thing at the end of the day.”

You can support the Young family by donating to their GoFundMe in honor of the FDNY here.

Shark Tank airs Sundays (9 p.m. ET) on ABC.

This article originally appeared on People.

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In one of the marquee specials of Shark Week 2018, Mark Cuban, Kevin “Mr. Wonderful” O’Leary, Barbara Corcoran, and Daymond John will have more literal skin in the game than they ever have when they move from the tank to the water to learn all about actual sharks, EW has learned exclusively. Shark Tank Meets Shark Week features the stars of the ABC reality competition each pairing up with an oceanic organization to receive an education in the issues facing those misunderstood predators of the sea, ranging from habitat destruction, overfishing, and bycatch. The Sharks (minus Lori Greiner) will then return to the Shark Tank set, where they will reunite with fellow Shark, Robert Herjavec, and pitch each other as to why their organization deserves a $50,000 donation. Each Shark will then cast a vote for the organization that is most deserving of the money. Sorry, Mr. Wonderful, you can’t vote for yourself in this contest.

This is the 30th installment of Shark Week, Discovery’s popular summer franchise. The festivities kick off Sunday, July 22 and last for eight days.

This article originally appeared on Entertainment Weekly.

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The billionaire owner of the NBA’s Dallas Mavericks is taking part in the Television Academy Foundation’s Emmy Season Auction offering bidders the chance to pick his brain. An exclusive one-hour pitch meeting with the entrepreneur and investor is up for live online bidding at Charity Buzz until September 11.

Cuban isn’t the only celebrity taking part. Hosts such as Jimmy Kimmel, James Corden, Kelly Ripa and Ryan Seacrest are offering unique access to their talk shows.

Below is a list of experiences which went up for auction on August 22.

• Signed memorabilia, plus four (4) VIP tickets to The Late Show with Stephen Colbert (CBS).
• Meet James Corden and enjoy two (2) VIP tickets to a taping of The Late Late Show with James Corden (CBS).
• Two (2) VIP seats on the 69th Emmy Awards Red Carpet!
• Meet Andy Cohen, sip on Bravo Club House cocktails, and enjoy two (2) VIP tickets to Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen(BRAVO).
• Meet Trevor Noah and receive four (4) VIP tickets to a taping of The Daily Show with Trevor Noah (Comedy Central).
• VIP tickets to a taping of Last Week Tonight with John Oliver (HBO).
• Four (4) tickets to a taping of The Voice (NBC).
• Two (2) VIP tickets to a taping of Dancing with the Stars (ABC) and a meet-and-greet photo opportunity with available cast members.
• Four (4) green room passes and VIP tickets to a taping of Real Time with Bill Maher (HBO).
• Meet Samantha Bee with two (2) VIP tickets to Full Frontal with Samantha Bee (TBS).
• Two (2) VIP green room passes to Jimmy Kimmel Live! (ABC) and a meet and greet with Guillermo.
• The Ultimate Los Angeles Experience Package: Four (4) premiere seats to any
• Lakers/Clippers or L.A. Kings 2017 game with hotel stay and limousine service.
• An autographed Curb Your Enthusiasm script signed by Larry David.

Proceeds from the auction benefit the Television Academy Foundation, which is dedicated to “preserving the legacy of television while educating and inspiring those who will shape its future,” according to a press release.

The Television Academy Foundation is the charitable branch of the Television Academy, which presents the Primetime Emmy Awards annually.

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Liam Brenes was enjoying his day at Crystal Cove State Beach in Orange County over the weekend (July 24) when someone stole his prosthetic leg. He left his leg in the sand so he could play in the water with his father.

“It’s upsetting. It makes me sad someone would do that,” Liam’s mother said. “It’s just heartless.”

Liam lost his right leg below the knee when he was one. He was born with a rare condition that resulted in the amputation.

“We were in the water for two hours,” Liam told the reporter. “And came back and everything was gone. They stole my leg.”

His story caught the attention of an important viewer, Robert Herjavec of “Shark Tank.”

The business mogul contacted ABC7 after the package aired and said that he was touched Liam’s story and wanted to purchase him a new prosthetic leg.

“It just broke my heart,” said Herjavec. “I mean, to think about what the little boy has gone through. And with everything that’s happening in the world and so much negativity, I just thought if I had the opportunity to make him grow up in an environment where he thinks there are some good people in the world, why not?”

In addition, Herjavec arranged a trip for Liam and his family to enjoy a day at Disneyland.

“I’ve spoken to the folks at ABC and Disney and we’re going to arrange to have him to a VIP tour of Disney and get to go to the park and have some fun in life because it’s good to have fun in life,” he continued.

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