Long-Term Survivor Webinar
Long-term LRG survivors share real-life advice, lessons learned, and what they wish they had known after their GIST diagnosis.
Give Hope for the Holidays!
For rare disease patients, hope becomes more than a feeling; it’s a vital part of the journey. During the holidays, this sense of hope carries a unique importance. Our Hope for the Holidays campaign will bring you stories of hope & resilience.
Thriving Together Holiday Campaign Update – Personal Fundraisers
This fall two GIST advocates answered the call to fundraise and rallied their 'crews' - designing and hosting incredibly successful fundraisers.
Cooking to Fight Cancer 2023 Photo Gallery
The Cooking to Fight Cancer fundraiser, created by Board Member and GIST Mentor John Abrams was held at Uncorked Kitchen in Aurora, Colorado on Saturday, October 28th.
What’s Cooking at the “Cooking to Fight Cancer” FUNdraiser
John Abrams' Cooking to Fight Cancer Culinary FUNdraising event is only one month away! Read about the host restaurant, scan the menu, and register to join John today.
GIST Mentor Holds Fundraising Cooking Event
GIST Mentor & Board Member John Abrams is hosting a fundraising event in Centennial, Colorado called Cooking to Fight Cancer.
The LRG Board of Directors Welcomes John Abrams to the Team
GIST Mentor John Abrams joins the Board of the LRG.
Conversations with the LRG: Long-Term Survivors
On May 4th the LRG held a lively discussion with three long-term survivors, Erin McBean, John Abrams, and Dr. mOe Anderson. Diagnosed at different stages of life, with different mutations, these GISTers shared how they have thrived with GIST over ten years and counting.
Patient of the Month for January: John Abrams
Each member has a unique story, but all reflect the intrinsic courage of one facing the challenge of GIST. John Abrams shares his story.
State Leader Spotlight – John Abrams, Colorado, USA
John Abrams, our new LRG State Leader for Colorado, has a vision of helping others cope with GIST. John’s story spans a journey with three types of cancer. First, misdiagnosed in 1997 with leiomyosarcoma, [...]