WAS ESTABLISHED AS A WAY TO HONOR OUR GOOD FRIEND CHRISTOPHER MILES BY GIVING BACK TO THE COMMUINTY IN WAYS THAT INSPIRE AND IMPROVE THE LIVES OF OTHERS. OUR DESIRED IMPACT IS IN THE PEDIATRIC CANCER COMMUNITY AND HIGHER EDUCATION
ABOUT OUR FRIEND CHRISTOPHER
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Our Friend Christopher's Top Focuses
Brain Cancer Research and Awareness
Our Friend Christopher supports research and awareness of Glioblastoma Brain Cancer and other malignant pediatric brain cancers and supports various organizations that work to eliminate the challenges of this cancer. Malignant brain cancer is the number one cancer related cause of death in children under the age of 19.
Patient Support and Resources
Our Fried Christopher is honored to support the needs of pediatric brain cancer patients during their journey. There are over 120 types of brain cancers making it difficult to navigate. Brain tumors affect critical motor skills like walking, talking, and seeing which impact quality of life.
College Scholarships
The Our Friend Christopher awards college scholarships to deserving senior athletes in our community as a way to honor Our Friend Christopher Miles, an outstanding student, athlete, and friend to all who knew him.
About Christopher
Christopher Miles was an accomplished student and athlete who graduated from North Gwinnett High School in 2019. One week after his graduation, Christopher suffered a seizure which led to the diagnosis of a stage 4 glioblastoma brain tumor.
Following his diagnosis, Christopher underwent surgery and then 32 days of radiation then went on to attend the Georgia Southern University while managing the affects of chemotherapy. His bravery and determination to live life to the fullest was astounding. Throughout his treatments, Christopher exemplified strength and courage that served as an inspiration to all around him. Christopher's battle ended on May 25th, 2020.
Chistopher's life, while short, was eventful. A star on the football field and basketball court, an exceptional student and an amazing friend to all. He will always be remembered by those who loved him by many nicknames; The Deputy, The Tank, The Legend, CMiles, Toph, but most people simply refer to him as Our Friend Christopher.
Christopher was an hero to many, and an inspiration to all.
Our Friend Christopher's Top Focuses
Brain Cancer Research and Awareness
Our Friend Christopher supports research and awareness of Glioblastoma Brain Cancer and other malignant pediatric brain cancers and supports various organizations that work to eliminate the challenges of this cancer. Malignant brain cancer is the number one cancer related cause of death in children under the age of 19.
Patient Support and Resources
Our Fried Christopher is honored to support the needs of pediatric brain cancer patients during their journey. There are over 120 types of brain cancers making it difficult to navigate. Brain tumors affect critical motor skills like walking, talking, and seeing which impact quality of life.
College Scholarships
The Our Friend Christopher awards college scholarships to deserving senior athletes in our community as a way to honor Our Friend Christopher Miles, an outstanding student, athlete, and friend to all who knew him.