Jaiden was 8 years old when he was diagnosed with DIPG in April 2024. He fought for 9 months and passed February 8th,2025. Jaiden was a healthy, outgoing, and outspoken little boy who wanted nothing more than to make anyone laugh. Jaiden didn’t deserve what he went through. He went through 2 different times of radiation, numerous hospital stays, and countless times being denied trials. I want my sons story told and heard. I want to fight for him and make sure no one else has to go through what we’ve been through. 

"When donations are made in Jaiden’s honor, it means his name continues to live on and create change in the world. It shows that his life—though far too short—has a lasting impact. Each gift reminds us that people see Jaiden, they remember him, and they want his story to help other children. To me, it’s more than money—it’s love, recognition, and a way for Jaiden’s legacy to push forward the fight against childhood brain cancer." - Krystena Mortenson

Thank you for choosing to donate to The Cure Starts Now Foundation. 100% of this donation, after credit card processing fees, goes directly towards research to find the homerun cure for cancer starting with pediatric brain cancer research.

If you would like to make a donation by mail please send a check to:  The Cure Starts Now Foundation; 10280 Chester Road; Cincinnati, OH 45215 and put the child's name in the memo.

The family receives notification of all donations made to this tribute fund automatically. Thank you again for giving.  The cure starts with you…The Cure Starts NOW!