We are organizing this on behalf of our dear friend Jeferson, who is 26 years old. He came to the U.S. on his own, leaving his family in Ecuador to pursue a college education and build a better future for himself. That decision took courage and sacrifice, and today, it means he is facing the hardest battle of his life far from his family.

In 2025, everything changed for Jef when he was diagnosed with a rare and aggressive cancer, alveolar rhabdomyosarcoma fusion positive. By the time it was discovered, it was already stage 4 and had metastasized.

Since then, his life has become a daily fight.

Jeferson went through six months of VAC chemotherapy, holding onto hope as his tumors initially stabilized. Unfortunately, the cancer continued to progress. He then underwent 10 radiation treatments to his pelvis and sternum, pushing through both with incredible strength.

He recently received the most difficult news: the cancer has spread to his brain. He is currently undergoing 10 sessions of brain radiation, showing up each day and giving it everything he has. After this, he will begin another critical phase of treatment, VIT chemotherapy.

This journey has taken a toll on him physically, emotionally, and financially. Between ongoing treatments, hospital visits, medications, time away from work, and daily living expenses, the burden has become overwhelming, even with insurance. One of Jef’s greatest wishes is to use parts of the funds to bring his family to LA so they can be with him, support him, and walk through this journey together.

He trusts God and believes he’s not alone. Any donation helps him fight and reunite with his family. If you are unable to donate, please share this page and keep him in your prayers.

Thank you for taking the time to read his story and for standing with him during the hardest time of his life.