Kalvin Lynch is a vibrant, funny, and incredibly courageous 16-year-old who was recently diagnosed with DIPG — an aggressive and fast-growing brain tumor located on the brain stem. Because of its location, it is inoperable, and the prognosis is devastating.
With the time we have, our focus is simple: make every moment count.
We are trying to fit years of memories into a handful of months.
Kalvin wants nothing more than to feel like himself again - to drive, to play his drums, to laugh with friends, and to lead his school in his natural, lighthearted way. That's who he is.
Even now, he continues to joke through the hardest days, somehow working harder to comfort us than himself.
He is deeply loved by his family, his church, and his friends. If you know Kalvin, you know his joy is contagious. You would be hard-pressed to find a more remarkable young man.
Kalvin will undergo intensive radiation treatment five days a week for six weeks. The treatment center is two hours away - each direction.
The travel, lodging, and associated expenses add up quickly, and we are asking for help to ease that burden so his parents' focus can remain where it belongs: on Kalvin.
If you feel led to give, pray, or share, we are profoundly grateful.
Life is short. Hold your people close.
Don't let the small things steal your joy.
Donations made to Tough2gether Foundation are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law. While funds raised in connection with this family will directly support them, all donations are made to Tough2gether Foundation and may also be used to support other families facing pediatric cancer, related programs, and charitable initiatives at the Foundation’s discretion.
Honor Roll
Dana Dinger
Apr 1, 2026
Kansas, US
“sending Kalvin prayers for restored health in perfect form ❤️”
Dina Wingfield
Mar 29, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 26, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 17, 2026
Kansas, US
Amanda Uggla
Mar 11, 2026
Tennessee, US
Anonymous
Mar 8, 2026
Kansas, US
Anthony Maike
Mar 6, 2026
Kansas, US
Ashlee Shill
Mar 5, 2026
Kansas, US
“❤️🩹❤️🩹”
Melissa Anderson
Mar 5, 2026
Iowa, US
Samantha Coffey
Mar 5, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 5, 2026
Kansas, US
Melissa Lacer
Mar 5, 2026
Kansas, US
“Praying for you all!”
Ferris Katie
Mar 5, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Reimer Lynda
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Michelle Kossar
Mar 4, 2026
New Jersey, US
Ursula Ingram
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Shelley Robertson
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Ohio, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Jamie Holmes
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
“prayers and love sent to all of you…love seeing your smile, Kalvin”
April Ogden
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Russell Kalcik
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
“love & respect”
Eric Kirsch
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
“Praying for Kalvin and family.”
Cindy Shaffer
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Jeff Moses
Mar 4, 2026
Michigan, US
“Wrapping Kalvin and the rest of the family in the glory of God’s healing light❤️”
Dina Wingfield
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Reed Murray
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Ohio, US
“Go Kalvin! we are behind you”
Nicolas Macri
Mar 4, 2026
Virginia, US
Anonymous
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Shane McCoy
Mar 4, 2026
Kansas, US
Laurie Spoto
Mar 4, 2026
Delaware, US
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