Because of Isaac, and because of the unwavering support of those who believe in a future free from Osteosarcoma, we are honored to fund osteosarcoma research in his name. Isaac’s journey was one of extraordinary courage and resilience—he faced his diagnosis not as a limitation, but as a challenge to be met with strength and optimism.
Isaac was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in October 2021, the same week he turned 12 years old. From the very beginning, he refused to let cancer define him. His world, once centered around sports, pivoted to new passions—gaming, design, and chess online—yet through it all, he never lost his sense of humor, his brilliant smile, or his love for his family and friends. Even in his darkest days, Isaac chose joy. He embodied resilience, finding light when it seemed impossible and inspiring everyone who walked alongside him.
While Osteosarcoma took him from us far too soon, his spirit, his determination, and his love for life continue to inspire us all. His battle was not just about survival—it was about pushing boundaries, exploring new treatments globally, and fighting for every possible advancement, even when hope felt fragile. Isaac always lived with hope, persistence, constantly open to shifting strategies, of striving to stay ahead of the disease. He fought not just for himself but for others, believing that progress must come, that breakthroughs were possible, and that one day, children diagnosed with Osteosarcoma would have better options than the ones he had.
Funding Osteosarcoma clinical research trial is more than just a scientific endeavor—it is a promise. A promise that Isaac’s fight was not in vain. A promise that we will not accept that Osteosarcoma has seen limited advancements over the last 40 years. A promise that Isaac’s desire to raise awareness and find a cure will continue through every stride we take forward.
We stand alongside the brilliant minds working toward that goal, believing wholeheartedly that breakthroughs are within reach. All funds raised is love, perseverance, and hope, embodied. It is Isaac’s impact, still alive in every stride we take forward. Because of Isaac, this work continues. Because of Isaac, we move forward in pursuit of a cure.
FACTOR brings together the leading researchers, clinicians, surgeons, together with patient families and OsteoWarriors to Make It Better for those battling this disease.
Each year a grant of $100,000 is awarded to a project that will focus on moving research forward for osteosarcoma patients.
Browse our extensive list of osteosarcoma resources from MIB Agents and our partner organizations.
OsteoBites is a weekly webinar and podcast where we invite Osteosarcoma Experts and OsteoWarriors to share their research, hope, and innovation.
Agent GAMERS game with their fellow OsteoWarriors and OsteoSiblings.
Ambassador Agents are certified peer visitors who provide hope, understanding, and resources.
OsteoWarriors receive monthly letters of hope and cheer from MIB Agent Writers around the world.
When an OsteoWarrior transitions to hospice care, MIB Agents provides an experience or an item of comfort and entertainment.
The OsteoWarriors HQ (headquarters) brings kids and young adults who have a connection to osteosarcoma together and It. Is. Awesome!
A world with less toxic, more effective treatments and a cure for osteosarcoma.
We are devoted to creating and instilling hope with and for our inclusive and collaborative osteosarcoma community. We do this through mutual trust, transparency and compassion.
