Ty Fowler Is Only
Three Years Old.
He's Already
Fighting Cancer.
Ty should be spending his days playing, exploring, and making memories with his family. Instead, he is fighting Neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive childhood cancer.
We are asking for your prayers, encouragement, and support as Ty and his family face the fight of his young life.
Age
3 Years Old
Diagnosis
Neuroblastoma
Care Team
Texas Children's Hospital
Home
Richmond, TX
Meet Ty
There's nothing ordinary about Ty Fowler
He loves space, stars, and planets. In fact, he can already name all of the planets and is beginning to read at an age when most children are still learning their ABCs.
He loves going to church, has the kind of giggle that makes everyone around him laugh, and enough energy to keep everyone on their toes.
He's the kind of little boy who leaves people smiling after spending time with him.
"At three years old, Ty should be learning about planets
and playing with friends... not fighting cancer."
The day it all changed...
In early May 2026, what seemed like a simple cough led to a series of doctor visits. After antibiotics and steroids failed to improve his symptoms, doctors ordered an X-ray at Texas Children's Hospital.
That X-ray revealed something no parent
is ever prepared to hear...
A tumor roughly the size of a grapefruit had been growing inside his chest, despite showing almost no signs that anything was wrong. Doctors later described it as nothing short of a miracle that it had been discovered before attaching to his spine.
Soon after, Ty was diagnosed with Neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer.
Since then, Ty, his parents Rick and Lindsay, and their entire family have been navigating a world of specialists, scans, biopsies, hospital stays, treatments, and difficult decisions.
Through it all, Ty continues to show the same joy, courage, and resilience that have always defined him.
Even during treatment, he reaches
for his mom's hand...
He smiles through difficult days and reminds everyone around him why this fight is worth everything.
While the road ahead remains challenging, we are incredibly grateful that testing has shown the cancer to be localized. We continue to trust God for healing, strength, wisdom, and peace as Ty continues his fight.
Most of all, we remain hopeful. Every encouraging report, every answered prayer, and every smile from Ty reminds us that God is still at work and that this story is far from over.
Ty's Journey So Far
A Life-Changing Diagnosis
What began as a simple cough led to an X-ray at Texas Children's Hospital. Doctors discovered a mass roughly the size of a grapefruit and diagnosed Ty with Neuroblastoma, a rare and aggressive form of childhood cancer.
First Encouraging News
An MRI showed the tumor was not attached to Ty's spine, making it more operable and giving the family their first piece of encouraging news.
Biopsy Day
Ty underwent a biopsy as doctors worked to determine the exact nature of the tumor and develop the best treatment plan.
Cancer Confirmed Localized
Additional imaging showed no signs of cancer elsewhere in Ty's body, a major answer to prayer and an encouraging milestone in his treatment journey.
Bone Marrow Test Comes Back Negative
Doctors confirmed that Ty's bone marrow showed no signs of cancer, further indicating that the disease remained localized.
Home at Last
After weeks in the hospital, Ty returned home and slept in his own bed for the first time. A simple moment that meant the world to his family.
First Chemotherapy Treatment
Ty completed his first round of chemotherapy as doctors began working to shrink the tumor and prepare for future treatment options.
Upcoming Infusion Treatments
Ty is scheduled to receive three infusion treatments at Texas Children's Hospital. Please continue praying for minimal side effects, comfort, strength, and healing.
Next Major Milestone
Doctors will perform a follow-up scan to evaluate how much the tumor has shrunk and determine the next steps toward surgery and recovery.
Help Ty Keep Fighting
Ty's fight against Neuroblastoma has created significant medical and travel expenses while requiring Rick and Lindsay to spend countless hours away from work and home.
Your donation will help ease that burden and allow them to focus on helping Ty heal.
If you're unable to give, your prayers and sharing Ty's story are deeply appreciated.
Continue Praying for Tyler
As Ty continues treatment, our family remains grateful for every prayer, message, and word of encouragement. We believe God is at work through every step of this journey, and we invite you to continue standing with Ty and his family in prayer.
Healing & Recovery
Pray that Ty's treatments are effective and that his body continues to respond well.
Wisdom For His Care Team
Pray for wisdom and discernment for Ty's doctors, specialists, and care team.
Peace & Strength
Pray for peace, endurance, and provision for Ty, Rick, Lindsay, and the entire family.
Current Fundraising Progress
$6,015 raised of $15K
- 61 Donations41%
While we're grateful for every positive update, Ty's journey is far from over. Ongoing treatments, travel, and time away from work continue to place a significant financial burden on the Fowler family.