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About The Tumornatorsboyspresurgery

The Tumornators is a fundraising team started by the Leathers/Cone family in conjunction with the Children's Tumor Foundation that is dedicated to raising money and awareness to end. Neurofibromatosis (NF) and Schwannomatosis through research.

On Christmas Eve 2006 while driving back to Georgia from one of Drew's many surgeries at Johns Hopkins Hospital, the family decided to take a more active role in Drew's illness. The foundation was born February 2007 when they put together a compelling slideshow telling Drew's story that, accompanied by a heartfelt song written by Drew's brother, Ben, appeared on the newly-formed web site.

Thanks to the generosity of people like you, the grassroots campaign has raised over $100,000 to date through fundraisers, donations and with the help of friends like Atlanta Braves right fielder Jeff Francoeur and former NFL player Matt Stinchcomb and New Orleans Saint, Jon Stinchcomb.

All funds raised are donated directly to the Children's Tumor Foundation so that Drew and others like him can live a life free of the devastating impact of tumors.
 

Drew's HOME!... well sorta...

I don't know how to write this other than to say we need a mountain of thoughts and prayers.
8/13/09
So, ol Drewf is finally back in the ATL! He has been moved to Sheppard's Spinal Center (MAP HERE). He's on his way to recovery, but he still has a long road. Go by and see him or give him a call. He's still in the ICU, but should hopefully be moved to the "floor" in the next couple of days. Keep those prayers coming, he has a long road ahead. 

If you want to see some of the Tweets (Twitter talk) down below. Also, if you want to tweet us something just add " #Tumornators " to your twitter message and it will appear below. Again, we cannot thank you enough for all that you do!

Sincerely,
Chad
We don't know what to do other than ask for help. Please send up as many thoughts and prayers for peace as you possibly can. You have been our rock, and we need you now.
- Chad

Philippians 4 : 6  “Don’t worry about anything; instead, pray about everything."
 

Jon Stinchcomb Runs ING GaCousins Matt & Jon Stinchcomb are running for a reason!

Stinchcomb To Hit the Streets

by Doug Miller, NewOrleansSaints.com
Tuesday, March 24, 2009 - 10:00 AM


The New Orleans Saints will convene for the beginning of their 12-week off-season strength and conditioning program on Monday, March 30 at the team’s Metairie headquarters.

But one member of the Saints will be getting a head start on his conditioning work this weekend. Freshly re-signed starting right tackle Jon Stinchcomb will be taking to the streets to run three miles in his home state of Georgia in the ING Georgia Marathon & Half Marathon to find a cure for Neurofibromatosis.
“Clearly offensive linemen aren’t built to tackle the rigors of marathons,” Stinchcomb jokingly said. “But the discomfort of long distance running pales in comparison to struggles that people like Drew Leathers and those affected by NF go through on a daily basis.”

Stinchcomb was named the Saints’ Walter Payton Man of the Year in 2008 for his outstanding contributions in the community, and his work continues through his support of “Tumornators.” The project is an off-shoot branch of fundraisers for the Children’s Tumor Foundation, inspired by Leathers and his fight to live his best life in spite on constant pain, the consistent need for surgeries, and a constant need for regular doctor’s appointments and countless MRI’s.

“His battle is a nothing short of truly inspirational,” Stinchcomb said. “Every single day he wrestles with the threat that his body is producing tumors that affect his body. His fight is a courageous one and something that I have true admiration for. I am privileged to be able to call attention to his and everyone else affected by NF. These amazingly courageous people need our assistance in raising funds and awareness so that we can come out on top of the fight against NF.”

Mr. Leathers was diagnosed with Neurofibromatosis one week before his 16th birthday and his life took a significant turn after being affected by the relentless tumor-producing condition. He lives under the constant threat and knowledge that tumors continue to grow and threaten to paralyze him. At this time, few answers are available, short of continued research for the disease.

Mrs. Leathers, Drew’s mother, said, “There is no love like a parent’s love. From the minute you lay eyes on your baby, you lose your heart. To see your child go through the agony I see mine go through everyday. It is something I wouldn’t wish on anyone. I’m so proud of how Drew copes. There is always a smile on his face and an ‘Oh, I’m doing great!’ when asked how he is feeling. I am so thankful for how Drew’s brothers (Chad and Ben) are fighting for their brother. They work tirelessly for The Tumornators. Drew is just one of the many people fighting the horrors of Neurofibromatosis. We are moving closer to a cure and desperately need and desperately appreciate your donation to help us in our fight.”

Stinchcomb and the team at Tumornators kindly asks for any assistance that you may be able to provide by sponsoring Stinchcomb as he tackles the pavement this weekend. Contributions are tax deductible in accordance with federal law.

For more information on how you can support Tumornators, please visit www.active.com/donate/nfgeorgia2009/FCone or visit tumornators.com.
 
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