In June 2024, Ryan Pryor, son of Randy & Kathy, brother of Kyle & Ethan, and friend to all, was diagnosed with Hodgkin’s Lymphoma. Over the next few months, he faced ten rounds of grueling chemotherapy. His December PET scan brought the news everyone had prayed for: remission.

But just months later, a follow-up scan showed signs of recurrence. The cancer had returned. The Pryor’s decided it was time to go to Memorial Sloan Kettering, one of the best National Cancer Institutes, located in NYC. And while the road since then has been filled with uncertainty, doctor visits, and treatments, one thing hasn’t changed — Ryan’s spirit.

Ryan has already completed two rounds of chemotherapy. A recent PET scan brought encouraging news—no signs of active disease. While that sounds like a victory, the next phase is the most intense and critical part of his journey. This Monday, he’ll undergo a procedure first then Tuesday will begin the stem cell collection. Then on July 7, Ryan will be admitted to the hospital for a week of high-dose chemotherapy to prepare his body. The stem cell transplant will follow on July 15—his best shot at long-term remission and beating this disease for good.

Despite it all, Ryan remains remarkably positive. He leans on his deep faith, never complains, and continues to inspire everyone around him. He doesn’t want to make anyone feel sad or worried — in fact, he’d rather make you laugh with his signature wit. He just wants life to feel normal again. But behind that quiet strength is someone who could truly use a little extra love, support, and help right now.

As you can imagine, the financial burden that comes with cancer — from medical bills, prescriptions, to lost income and travel for treatment — adds up quickly. That’s why we’ve created this page: to give Ryan and his family a chance to focus on healing, not worrying.

If you’re able to give, no matter the amount, it will make a difference. And if you can’t give, sharing this campaign or simply keeping Ryan in your thoughts and prayers is deeply appreciated.

Thank you for being part of Ryan’s circle. He may not ask for help, but we know he’d be the first to offer it to someone else. Now it’s our turn to lift him up.

With gratitude,

Ryan’s Tribe