With your support, I’m taking bold action to improve the lives of everyone impacted by pancreatic cancer.
In 2020, my family received news somehow more surprising than a global pandemic. My brother Troy went to the doctor over what he though was routine stomach pain, only to discover its horrifying cause. It's unfortunately a story far too common with this terrible cancer, making it so challenging with early detection and treatment with the current options available.
Troy was a kind, smart, and very funny guy, but one thing I admired most about him was his desire to build, whether it be family, knowledge, or even the more literal sense. As someone who's less than handy, I was always a bit jealous and impressed by that last one. He always laid out challenging goals for himself, and worked tirelessly to achieve them, even if it took years.
Troy's diagnosis coincided with my commitment and renewed enjoyment of running. A chance to clear my head and release stress. His passing was a reminder that tomorrow is never promised, but also an inspiration to set challenging goals, and put in the hard work to make them happen.
Please make a gift of any size to get me one step closer to my fundraising goal and help PanCAN create a world in which all patients with pancreatic cancer will thrive.
Patients and families need us now more than ever.
I am grateful for your generous support.
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