Fighting Against Pediatric Cancer
At 13Forever, our mission is to make a lasting impact in the fight against pediatric cancer. As a Michigan-based 501 c3 nonprofit charitable organization, we are dedicated to changing the game by raising awareness and funding research to improve outcomes for children battling cancer. Our team is committed to providing hope and support to pediatric cancer patients and their families, and we strive to create a world where no child has to face cancer alone. With a focus on collaboration, innovation, and community engagement, we are working tirelessly to drive progress and achieve our goal of a future free from pediatric cancer.
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How We Became 13 Forever
After losing their son Justin Townsend to Glioblastoma-Multiforme, a form of highly aggressive brain cancer, the family started attending St. Jude walks and formed Team J-Bird. What began as a small group of family and friends attending a local walk has now prospered into a community. A community determined to help in the fight against childhood cancer. In 2022 the members of Team JBird decided they wanted to do more, so they founded 13Forever - a nonprofit to give back to numerous cancer organizations and research facilities.
2025 Year in Review
It was a busy year for 13 Forever and we are excited to share what we accomplished because of you. Take a look at who we raised money for in 2025!
$1,040 for Give Kids the World Village - a nonprofit resort located in central Florida. It partners with wish-granting organizations to fulfill wishes of critically ill children, allowing them to enjoy nearby theme parks and attractions.
$5,000 for Ronald McDonald House Detroit providing food and lodging for patients and their families while undergoing treatment at Children's Hospital of Michigan.
$3,000 for Rainbow Connection to fulfill the wishes of children with life threatening illnesses.
$10,000 for the Chad Carr Tumor Center at Mott Children’s Hospital for brain tumor research.
$1,000 for Children’s Miracle Network benefiting local hospitals like Corewell Health Children’s Hospital.
$1,300 college scholarship awarded to a high school HOSA member pursuing a future in medicine.
$1,500 worth of toys and relaxation tools donated to Children's Hospital of Michigan.
$18,500 for St. Jude Children’s Hospital with the help of Team JBird (our core fundraising group – the roots of 13 Forever.)