Thomas A. Renner has been more than just a friend to me and many of us reading this post—he’s been family and my Sensei for the past 40 years. His dedication to the martial arts community and the people around him has always inspired those who know him. Now, Tom is once again facing one of the toughest challenges of his life. He is currently in the hospital for the second time, battling bone marrow cancer. This illness has forced him to take another extended leave from work, just as he did during his previous hospital stay. The emotional and financial toll of this journey is significant, and Tom’s resilience is being tested every day.

The funds raised through this campaign will go directly toward helping Tom cover his living expenses and any out-of-pocket medical costs during his recovery. With several months away from work ahead, your support will help ease the burden and allow Tom to focus on healing. Every contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference in his life.

As you know, Tom belongs to a large martial arts community and family. We are reaching out to all his friends and the martial arts community to help support his recovery and share this post. If you know Tom at all, you know he would do the same for you. Your kindness and generosity will help Tom get through this difficult time, and we are deeply grateful for any support you can offer.