Michael Orbany was 9 years old. He was hero to everyone he met.
In October 2010, he was diagnosed with medulloblastoma, a cancerous brain tumor. Over the course of a year, he courageously completed his treatments, standing strong in faith, hope and love. His cancer returned in 2012 and metastasized to his spine. Michael never let this disease define him. He lit up a room with his smile wherever he went. His attitude of unwavering faith and never giving up clearly defined his character, along with wanting to bring happiness to others. Throughout his journey, many people have learned from him and feel his energy to help themselves. The Miracles for Michael Fund was created to honor Michael’s tremendous strength to never ever give up in life. NEGU Is For Us Now.
Take a closer look at moments that capture the story, inspiration, and impact that makes Miracles for Michael Fund so meaningful.
Donations given to Miracles for Michael have funded St. Baldrick's Research Grants for Alexander Kabanov Ph.D., D. Sci., Xiaoyang Zhang Ph.D., and Marina Sokolsky-Papkov Ph.D., as well as a St. Baldrick's Scholars grant for Yoon-Jae Cho, M.D., Margot Lazow, M.D., and Gregory Friedman M.D.. These researchers are developing better treatments for medulloblastoma.
The St. Baldrick's Foundation is guided by a Scientific Advisory Committee, comprised of leading experts in the childhood cancer community, to ensure that every dollar makes the greatest impact for kids with cancer.
These people make us smile - they’re the doers and money-raisers on behalf of the Miracles for Michael Fund. They’re shaving their heads, hosting events, starting fundraisers and more to make childhood cancer research possible.
Start your own St. Baldrick’s head-shaving event to support our Hero Fund! A dedicated staff member will guide you every step of the way—and you’ll have fun doing something great for kids with cancer.
Register to shave your head and support our Hero Fund at any St. Baldrick’s event worldwide! No event nearby? Go virtual and shave anytime, anywhere.
Not into head-shaving? No problem! Start a fundraiser for our Hero Fund doing something you love—bike a marathon, host a bake sale, anything goes!
Need help? Email us at Funds@StBaldricks.org
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