💙 Why I Walk: Turning a Brain Cancer Diagnosis Into a Mission of Hope

At JohnVsGBM, every design, every shirt, and every order carries a deeper meaning—because this store was born from something incredibly personal. On June 14th, I will be walking in the Northern California Brain Tumor Walk in San Francisco, not just as a participant, but as a brain cancer warrior, survivor, and advocate. This is more than a walk for me—it is a movement.

My Story: From Diagnosis to Defiance

In November 2023, I was diagnosed with Glioblastoma, an aggressive form of brain cancer. I was told I had one year to live. Those words shook my world, but they did not define me. Instead of surrendering to fear, I chose to fight—with everything I had.

That fight led to the creation of this store, JohnVsGBM, where I could channel my energy into something positive: raising awareness, supporting other fighters, and spreading hope through apparel.

Why the Brain Tumor Walk Matters

The Brain Tumor Walk is not just a fundraiser. It is a place where survivors, caregivers, families, and advocates come together in strength, love, and solidarity. Every step we take on that walk is a step closer to a cure. Every dollar raised funds critical research, support services, and awareness campaigns.

Walking in this event reminds me that I am not alone—and that no one facing brain tumors or glioblastoma ever should be.

Why This Store Means Everything to Me

JohnVsGBM is not just a brand—it is a lifeline. It is how I fight back. Every tee, hoodie, candle, and tote is designed with love and purpose. Many feature brain cancer ribbons, warrior slogans, and bold, empowering messages because I know firsthand how much representation matters.

This store:

• Spreads brain cancer awareness and education.

• Supports those newly diagnosed looking for hope.

• Honors the fighters, survivors, and the ones we’ve lost.

• Helps fund participation in awareness events like the Brain Tumor Walk.

When you shop here, you are not just buying a product—you are joining a cause that saved me.

How You Can Help

If you are reading this, thank you for being here. There are so many ways to help support our mission:

• 💙 Donate to our Brain Tumor Walk team.

• 🧠 Wear brain cancer awareness apparel to spark conversations.

• 📣 Share our story to raise visibility.

• 🛒 Shop JohnVsGBM—because every purchase fuels this mission.

Join Us in San Francisco – June 14th

Whether you walk with us or cheer us on from afar, I invite you to stand with us in this fight. The Northern California Brain Tumor Walk is more than an event—it is proof that we are not powerless in the face of this disease.

👉 Support Our Team or Donate Now
👉 Shop Brain Cancer Awareness Apparel

Together, we walk. Together, we fight. Together, we hope.

— Johnathan Masterson, Founder of JohnVsGBM and Proud Brain Cancer Survivor