For the Love of Grace

Help Grace Calvert Fight Brain Cancer

If you know Grace Calvert, you know that her name perfectly reflects her spirit. Graceful in strength, generous in heart, and always the first to lend a hand — or a paw — to anyone in need, human or animal alike.

Today, we’re rallying behind someone who has spent her life caring for others. Now, it’s our turn to care for her.

️ A Life Turned Upside Down

Grace, a vibrant woman from Iowa with a love for animals and a beautiful past as a French horn player, was recently diagnosed with a glioblastoma — one of the most aggressive and challenging forms of brain cancer.

Life as she knew it has changed dramatically. She’s no longer able to work. Each day brings new physical and emotional challenges, and the road ahead includes at least two grueling rounds of chemotherapy and radiation.

The Caregiver Behind the Scenes

By her side every moment is her devoted husband, Andy, who has become her full-time caregiver. Their days are filled with doctor’s appointments, treatments, and difficult decisions — all while trying to hold onto hope and some semblance of normalcy.

A Heart for Others

Even now, Grace is more likely to ask how you are doing than talk about herself. She’s that person — the one who rescues stray cats, checks in on neighbors, and remembers your favorite song on a hard day. She's the kind of soul the world needs more of.

Why We’re Asking for Help

Medical costs are mounting. Travel for treatment, medications, and basic living expenses are weighing heavily on Grace and Andy’s shoulders. We’re asking for your help to:

Support her treatment and recovery

Cover medical and household expenses during this challenging time

Give Grace and Andy the space to heal without financial fear

Show Grace She's Not Alone

This is more than a fundraiser — it's a chance to remind Grace that she is deeply loved, and that her community is here, lifting her up, just as she’s done for others.

If you can give, please do. If you can’t, we ask that you share Grace’s story. Every act of kindness, every donation, and every word of encouragement means the world.

Let’s surround Grace with the love and support she so freely gives.

Let’s help her fight — with grace.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Friends of Grace Calvert