Grand Rapids nonprofit rallies for young cancer patient with gifts and fundraiser

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. — Eight-year-old Sylvan Ross, diagnosed with a rare brain tumor called diffuse midline glioma (DMG) 14 months ago, was surprised Friday night with gifts and support from local nonprofit Blue’s Gym.

The Christian-based boxing gym, dedicated to helping youth in the community, presented Sylvan with a lifetime membership and a new pair of boxing gloves.

His mother, Bayleigh Proper, said the gesture brought light to their tumultuous journey…

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