Stryk Out Cancer fund honors local hero
A new fund at Collaboratory supports pediatric oncology caregivers as well as research and treatment options.
Stryk Out Cancer, a 501(c)3, nonprofit organization, was inspired by the generous spirit of Logan Stryker. Throughout his two-year battle with cancer, Logan never stopped shining a light on the struggles faced by pediatric cancer patients. He created lasting memories like holding a prom in the hospital and raising money to buy a slushy machine for the oncology floor.
As the recipient of the 2023 outstanding philanthropic youth award, he helped raise thousands of dollars to help hospitals and organizations fight cancer before he died at the age of 10 in 2024.
“The fund honors his life and legacy,” said Scott Stryker, Logan’s father. “We want to continue the work he began – to support pediatric cancer organizations until no child suffers or is lost to this disease.”
Stryk Out Cancer also champions the caregivers by providing resources and encouragement so they can be their strongest selves as they guide their loved ones through the challenges of pediatric cancer.
Collaboratory is honored to partner with StrykOutCancer. To donate or learn more visit collaboratory.org/
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Collaboratory is a regional community foundation with an evolved mission committed to coordinating the solving of Southwest Florida’s major social problems by 2040. Not alone, but with everyone—the entire community working together across all five counties: Lee, Hendry, Glades, Charlotte and Collier.
Collaboratory provides community leadership, raises and coordinates funding, and disburses funds to organizations that are helping solve the problems our donors and the community have identified as priorities. Collaboratory also provides capacity building with training and resources for regional partners. Given the complexities of the social challenges in our region, Collaboratory ensures we are all working together and that every generous donor achieves the biggest impact with their funds. By using and sharing data to track progress, we ensure that donor dollars are best invested to move the needle on improving social issues.
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