American Brain Tumor Association

On Christmas of 2015, my dad was diagnosed with Glioblastoma Multiforme (GBM), the most aggressive and deadliest form of malignant brain tumor in adults. When we received this news, the fluorescent lights above us in the hospital quit its persistent flickering as the doctor’s mouth continued moving in a language I no longer understood. It was almost as if time itself stood still, just for a moment. But it didn’t, it was actually ticking down, with 13 months left for my dad to live.

My family has always been three, my mom my dad and me. We were three points holding each other up: equilateral and unbreakable, the way engineers trust triangles to bear what no other shape can. That was the mathematics of the three of us, the geometry of our tiny, but mighty loving family. Watching the effects of brain surgery, radiation, and chemotherapy take their tolls on my dad broke my heart over and over again. But his positivity and refusal of defeat ignited something in me that I never knew existed and completely altered the course of my life. And my mom and I continued to be the two-thirds of the triangle that supported him through his recovery.

Earlier this month, we celebrated his clear MRI scans, 10 years and 4 months after his original diagnosis.

This journey continues to be the most heartbreaking, human, and beautiful adventure for my family, which is why I am running the Brooklyn Half Marathon on April 26th with a charity that supports a cause that holds dear to my heart:

The American Brain Tumor Association

As a new runner and this being my first race, I hope to take inspiration from my dad’s perseverance through such an unknown and unforgiving odyssey, which we truly couldn’t have navigated without the extraordinary efforts of the team of doctors (superheroes) and research that went into every minute decision that was made over the course of a decade. I hope to bring awareness to a wonderful organization that supports the continuation of Brain Tumor research so other families can have a hopeful and similar outcome like ours.

Love you papa.

Niu Niu xx

It is almost time for Lambda Chi Alpha's Teeter-Totter-A-Thon! This event is our annual philanthropy, where Lambda Chi Alpha members keep a large teeter-totter going for 72 hours straight. The event will be held from April 16th through April 19th. For those unable to make the event in person, we will be live-streaming this event on Twitch.

The Teeter-Totter-A-Thon is a tradition here at Lambda Chi Alpha in memoriam for one of our brothers, Matthew Jacob Duff, who unfortunately passed away due to a brain tumor. As a fraternity, we strive to raise money and bring awareness to the cause.

All proceeds for this event will be donated to the American Brain Tumor Association. Any amount helps, and all members would like to thank you in advance for your donation!

The event will be live-streamed on Twitch starting at noon on Thursday, April 16th, until Sunday, April 19th at noon. To watch the event, go to this link: https://www.twitch.tv/lambdachiuiowa

Hi, I’m Anthony Smith, as a brain tumor survivor myself, I’m reaching out to you to support the American Brain Tumor Association. This incredible organization is dedicated to improving the lives of those affected by brain tumors through vital research and patient support. Every donation, no matter the size, plays a crucial role in advancing their mission and making a difference in the lives of patients and families facing this challenging diagnosis.

Your contributions will help fund:

Join me in supporting the American Brain Tumor Association. Together, we can foster hope and make strides toward a brighter future for those impacted by brain tumors. Thank you for your generosity!

It is almost time for Lambda Chi Alpha's Teeter-Totter-A-Thon! This event is our annual philanthropy, where Lambda Chi Alpha members keep a large teeter-totter going for 72 hours straight. The event will be held from September 4th through Septeber 7th. For those unable to make the event in person, we will be live-streaming this event on Twitch.

The Teeter-Totter-A-Thon is a tradition here at Lambda Chi Alpha in memoriam for one of our brothers, Matthew Jacob Duff, who unfortunately passed away due to a brain tumor. As a fraternity, we strive to raise money and bring awareness to the cause.

All proceeds for this event will be donated to the American Brain Tumor Assosiation. Any amount helps, and all members would like to thank you in advance for your donation!

The event will be live-streamed on Twitch starting at noon on Thursday, September 4th, until Sunday, September 7th at noon. To watch the event, go to this link: https://www.twitch.tv/lambdachiuiowa

It is almost time for Lambda Chi Alpha's Teeter-Totter-A-Thon! This event is our annual philanthropy, where Lambda Chi Alpha members keep a large teeter-totter going for 72 hours straight. The event will be held from April 11th through April 14th. Like last year, we will be live-streaming this event on twitch.

The Teeter-Totter-A-Thon is a tradition here at Lambda Chi Alpha in memoriam for one of our brothers, Matthew Jacob Duff, who unfortunately passed away due to a brain tumor. As a fraternity, we strive to raise money and bring awareness to the cause.

All proceeds for this event will be donated to the American Brain Tumor Association. Any amount helps, and all members would like to thank you in advance for your donation!

The event will be live-streamed on twitch starting at noon on Thursday, April 11th, until Sunday, April 14th at noon. To watch the event, go to this link: https://www.twitch.tv/lambdachiuiowa

Hi, I’m Shelby! A brain cancer patient and nursing student living on the central coast of California. My goal is to help those dealing with the fear and anxiety brought on by a brain tumor/cancer diagnosis.

When I was diagnosed at age 29 with a grade 3 brain tumor, I felt overwhelmed by the amount of information and lack of resources to properly digest it all at once.

I am starting this GoFundMe because my boyfriend and his friend came up with the amazing idea to do a 72-mile bike ride around Lake Tahoe so they could raise money for brain cancer research and awareness.

100% of the proceeds are going to American Brain Tumor Society to help find a cure for brain tumor/cancer.

https://www.abta.org/

Lets cheer these guys on by donating and spreading awareness!

You got this!

To read more about my story please visit:

www.brain2more.com

The Delta Nu Chapter of Pi Kappa Alpha is hosting a fundraiser on Saturday, May 13th, 2023 called the Joe Sazyc memorial 5K. All the proceeds for the 5K will go to the American Brain Tumor Association. The chapter would like to kindly ask for your support in helping us reach our goal for this fundraiser.

More information about American Brain Tumor Association: The mission of the American Brain Tumor Association is to advance the understanding and treatment of brain tumors with the goals of improving, extending and, ultimately, saving the lives of those impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis.

they do this through interactions and engagements with brain tumor patients and their families, collaborations with allied groups and organizations, and the funding of brain tumor research.

I will be running my first marathon (and most likely last!) later this year. The race is the Marine Corps Marathon and will take place in the DMV area on 10/29/2023. My goal is to complete this run in just under 4 hours but may move my target to 3 hours and 45 minutes, depending on the success of my training and this gofundme page!

When Lauren and I discussed the race, we decided that this could be a productive time to ask for donations to an organization near and dear to our heart, the American Brain Tumor Association.

Lauren's father, John Edward Brettell, lost his battle with brain cancer 25 years ago. Brain cancer has the 3rd lowest five-year survival estimate, just behind mesothelioma and pancreatic cancer. Despite a late diagnosis, Lauren's father fought long and hard, and far surpassed all predictions made by his incredible medical team. Will you join us in honoring John's life and help raise money to fight the good fight?

The mission of the American Brain Tumor Association is to advance the understanding and treatment of brain tumors with the goals of improving, extending and, ultimately, saving the lives of those impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis. They do this through interactions and engagements with brain tumor patients and their families, collaborations with allied groups and organizations, and the funding of brain tumor research.

Want to join us in making a difference? We are raising money to benefit American Brain Tumor Association. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause, it means so much to our family. In lieu of flowers, please consider donating to the Brain Tumor Assocation in honor of Farzad Milanian, any donation will help make an impact.

More information about American Brain Tumor Association: The mission of the American Brain Tumor Association is to advance the understanding and treatment of brain tumors with the goals of improving, extending and, ultimately, saving the lives of those impacted by a brain tumor diagnosis.

Five years ago, I received earth-shattering news: I had brain cancer. When I received the diagnosis, it was hard to look a week into the future, let alone five years. One of the requirements to leave the hospital after surgery was to walk to the end of the hallway independently. Determined to reach my first post-op goal, I completed those beginning steps and was officially on the road to recovery. Five years later, I continue to put one foot in front of the other, humbled by how far I've come since that walk down the hospital hallway. In 2019, I completed a half-marathon to celebrate two years cancer-free. In honor of being five years cancer-free, I decided to take on the next challenge: a Ragnar Relay! A Ragnar is a 200-mile team race from Muskegon, Michigan, to Traverse City, Michigan, in roughly 30 hours. I am very thankful that I have six wonderful friends who are crazy enough to do this with me! We decided to take on this challenge as both a celebration and a chance to ignite hope in those continually fighting a disease that desperately needs research and advancements in treatment. We will run September 23rd – 24th to raise funds for the American Brain Tumor Association. In the comment section, I encourage you to share the story or name of the individual you may be donating in honor of. We also have opportunities for sponsorships if any businesses would like to partner on this journey. More updates to come. Thank you!

It's been one year since my brother Richard died from incurable brain cancer. Richard was an expert education attorney who actively engaged in progressive and environmental causes and the creative arts -- and he was an always-involved husband and father. (The photo above was taken at his beloved Maine summer home.)

Richard also encouraged my annual cross-Iowa RAGBRAI bicycle rides (www.ragbrai.com), and I am dedicating this year's 454-mile ride to his memory.

And to recognize his fatal brain illness, I am raising funds for the American Brain Tumor Association, www.abta.org. In addition to funding needed medical research, the ABTA actively helps individuals with brain cancer and their families.

Please join me in remembering Richard and supporting this worthy charity. Know that all donations will go to the American Brain Tumor Association, and I will reimburse the ABTA for any transaction fees.

Email me if you have any questions.

In advance, thank you for your support and generosity.

-- George