5 years ago on an idle Monday my mother, Barbara Carpenter was diagnosed with a brain tumor. Stage 4 Glioblastoma to be exact. A diagnosis as such is usually grim, but because of research like we are raising funds for here today, we were blessed with 18 additional months with our incredible mother. 

Funds raised here helps to direct promising research, support families like ours who are currently coping with the effects of a brain tumor diagnosis, advocate for change, and most importantly are allowing people more precious time with their loved ones. 

I have joined this movement to bring the issue of brain tumors to the forefront. Progress is being made, but there is always more to be done. Please support my efforts!