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A Heartbreaking Loss and a Continued Mission
Ethan fought with every ounce of his being, but it is with a heavy heart that we share he has recently passed away from his illness. He is no longer in pain, but the void he leaves behind is immeasurable.
Throughout this entire agonizing journey, Ethan’s mom, Kamry, never left his side. As a single mom of four, Kamry managed her household while spending weeks in hospital rooms, often traveling hours away from home to ensure Ethan received his care.
While Ethan’s battle has ended, Kamry and his siblings are now facing an entirely new, overwhelming mountain: navigating the deep grief of losing a son and brother, while carrying the staggering financial aftermath of a year-long medical war.
Ethan may be gone, but his story is not over, and our promise to his family remains unbroken. Please see the Golf Outing tab for how you can help. We've assured Ethan's family that, even though he's gained his wings, they are still part of the village we have built here at the foundation.
Golf Outing – meet our kiddo!
Ethan Villanueva, a 16-year-old boy from Elwood, is a true fighter. For over a year, Ethan lived with constant pain, but doctors kept telling his family it was just a simple infection. Even after a scan in early 2025, they were told everything was “clear.” The truth came out on October 10, 2025. Ethan was…
Let’s do it again!
We had such a spectacular blood drive in January that we decided to make it a regular event! We raised over 50 units of life-saving blood, which can help over 100 people! We’d love for you to join us, first timers, long timers, all timers, come one, come all! Saturday, May 30, 8am to 4pm…
Resources
Newly diagnosed or looking for facts?
Here are some links to get you started.
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A Kid Again
A Kid Again is dedicated to providing hope, happiness and healing for families raising children who are living with a life-threatening illness through family "adventures and shared experiences".
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Blood Cancer United (formerly The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society)
If you or a loved one is battling a blood cancer or lymphoma, Blood Cancer United is the place to go for information, help, and advocacy.
"Cancer is a heck of an opponent. It's a bully. But we aren't afraid of a fight. It's elusive. But our focus never fades. It's deadly. But we are known cancer killers. Since 1949, we've pioneered groundbreaking research that leads us to believe we will find the cures for cancer in our blood. Beating Cancer is in our blood." ~ Blood Cancer United.
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Momcology
Momcology® is a national community-based support organization, backed by a professional medical advisory board, directly serving caregivers of children with cancer through facilitated peer support programs, health awareness, information distribution, partnerships with pediatric cancer treatment centers, and engagement in research, projects and programs that address the ongoing needs of families affected by pediatric cancer from diagnosis, through treatment and into survivorship or bereavement care.
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Coalition Against Childhood Cancer
Coalition Against Childhood Cancer (CAC2) is a collaborative network of nonprofits, corporations, and individuals from 36 states and five countries, supporting and serving the childhood cancer community. CAC2 members effectively advance a variety of childhood cancer causes by unifying their efforts.
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