Diagnosed with retinoblastoma at just seven days old, Gryffin fought through years of treatments and reached remission in 2024. This year, he faced a second rare cancer, pineoblastoma, enduring months of chemo and a stem cell transplant - and on November 7, he proudly rang the bell.
Through every battle, Gryffin’s strength shines. The Variety Compassion Fund helped his family when they needed it most by helping them pay their bills, including their phone bill.
To those considering donating to the Compassion Fund, you may never fully understand how deeply your support is felt, but I promise it changes lives. Families like ours are trying to hold our children together through chemo, juggle bills, keep our jobs, and stay strong. The Compassion Fund gives us room to breathe. Your donation becomes comfort, stability, and hope. It means we don't have to face this fight alone.
Ashlee - Gryffin's Mom
Each December, Variety – the Children’s Charity works to replenish the Compassion Fund at hospitals across Iowa, ensuring families have support when their child is critically ill. This fund provides immediate help for urgent, unexpected needs during the most challenging moments.
You can make a meaningful impact for families like Gryffin’s by donating today and tuning in to Variety’s Two Days of Compassion Radiothon on December 11 & 12. Listen statewide on WHO News Radio and KXNO Sports Radio, or on 104.5 KDAT in eastern Iowa, and help us share the gift of compassion this holiday season.
