Ryan should be turning 29 this year.

Instead, we are marking another birthday without him.

Ryan has been missing for eight years. That means eight birthdays. Eight years of missed moments, gatherings, milestones, and a life not yet fully lived. It is a reality no family ever expects, and one we continue to navigate day by day.

Each March, we choose to honour Ryan’s birthday by turning love into action.

Funds raised through this page directly support ongoing search efforts throughout the year. They help cover the very real costs that come with continuing to look for Ryan, including travel, logistics, and search-related expenses. Every dollar makes it possible for us to keep going.

This fundraiser is part of a larger Birthday Month effort focused on honouring Ryan’s gift to us and keeping his name and story visible. Some people choose to support by purchasing or gifting books, wearing Find Ryan items, or sharing his story. For those who prefer to donate directly, this page is here.

There is no pressure and no expectation. Your presence, your care, and your willingness to keep Ryan in mind already mean more than we can express.

Thank you for standing with us, for keeping hope alive, and for helping ensure that Ryan is never forgotten.

With gratitude,

Heather and Scott