Please join us in showing love and support to George Andre Thrower, an incredible musician, vocalist, and warrior in the Renal Medullary Carcinoma (RMC) community. George, who resides in Nevada, was diagnosed with RMC in August 2024 at the age of 55. Like so many others facing this rare and aggressive kidney cancer, his journey has not been easy.
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My name is Aisha Gray, and my son, Gregory Keith Perry Gray Jr., was born on March 30, 2001. He entered this world quickly—a beautifully handsome baby boy weighing 9 lbs. 10 oz.—and became the younger sibling to his sister, Gianna. Gregory was born at St. Luke’s Roosevelt Hospital in Manhattan, New York, just like […]
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The 13th Annual Keepin’ It Renal Run/Walk was a powerful and inspiring success, bringing together communities across the globe under this year’s theme: “Launching Hope for RMC Awareness.” In Sugar Land, Texas, our in-person and virtual event welcomed approximately 359 participants and raised an incredible $57,245. This team was formed in loving memory of […]
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We are incredibly grateful to our amazing 2026 Sponsors for their generous support of the Chris “CJ” Johnson Foundation’s Keepin’ It Renal Run/Walk.
Read MoreLaunching Hope for RMC Awareness! WHEN: Sunday, March 15, 2026, 9:00 am – 12:00 pm WHERE: Cardinal Newman High School (Track Area) 4320 Old Redwood Highway Santa Rosa, California 95403 **Free Parking Available – If parking lot is full, there is parking across the street (soccer fields) ENTRY FEE: $30/person (Includes T-Shirt) Additional Fee $5.00/shirt (If you […]
Read MoreTurning Grief into Action. Advocacy into Hope. Our Mission The Chris “CJ” Johnson Foundation is dedicated to raising awareness, advancing research, and providing compassionate support for individuals and families impacted by renal medullary carcinoma (RMC)—a rare and aggressive kidney cancer primarily affecting individuals with Sickle Cell Trait. 2025 Highlights & Accomplishments Signature Awareness Events Successfully […]
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December of 2022 Edward and I would spend 36 hours in the ER, only to get the devastating news of stage 4 kidney cancer that would later be identified as RMC. This life altering diagnosis brought life to a halt and shifted priorities. In May of 2023, I would start a new chapter in my life.
Read MoreLaunching Hope for RMC Awareness! WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 2026 Virtual anytime between 8:00 am – 7:00 pm In-Person – 08:30 – 10:00am (Begin promptly at 8:30am) WHERE: Virtual – Run/Walk anywhere you choose In Person Sugar Land Memorial Park 15300 University Blvd Sugar Land, Texas 77479 ENTRY FEE: $30/person (Includes T-Shirt) Additional Fee $5.00/shirt (If you […]
Read MoreLaunching Hope for RMC Awareness! WHEN: Saturday, March 21, 2026, 8:30 am – 10:30 am WHERE: Brookside Park – Fannie-Morrison Picnic Area 360 North Arroyo Blvd (Next to Kid Space Museum) Pasadena, CA 91103 **Free Parking Available ENTRY FEE: $30/person (Includes T-Shirt) Additional Fee $5.00/shirt (If you want your shirt mailed) Children 10 and younger must be […]
Read MoreThe Chris “CJ” Johnson Foundation is proud to announce the launch of our Comprehensive Education Program Specifically for Sickle Cell Trait. — this toolkit was created for both the public and medical professionals. This educational toolkit was developed to support our ongoing mission of raising awareness, advocating for change, and providing support to individuals and […]
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