In Memory of Emily Louise Kouzios
Each of these organizations was part of Emily's story, or carries forward the mission she gave her life to advance. Donate directly to them in her memory. Every dollar matters.
Research & Treatment
Emily actively participated in their research studies and underwent four brain surgeries that allowed for sample collection as her disease progressed. In her final act, she donated her body to their team. A personalized donation link in her memory exists — every dollar funds the cure she believed in.
Donate in Emily's MemoryAdvocacy & Research Funding
One of the leading organizations funding brain tumor research and advocating for patients and families navigating this disease. The kind of advocacy Emily's family has called for from day one — because science must be funded, and children must not pay the price when it is not.
Donate NowAdventure & Connection
Emily was a Send It alumni — she whitewater rafted, hiked mountains, and made friendships that lasted the rest of her life through their programs for young adults navigating cancer. Progress on Purpose is honored to be named a 2026 charity partner of Sierra Serves through Sierra Sotheby's International Realty.
Learn MoreCamp & Community
Emily attended Camp Mak-A-Dream in 2023 as a cancer survivor. Her name is now on their memorial wall. Jessica had the profound honor of volunteering at camp and riding Roger — the same horse Emily rode — and painting a rock to place beside her name. This camp changes lives. Emily's among them.
Learn MorePediatric Research
The PBTC is at the frontlines of clinical research for children and young adults with brain tumors. Emily's father has been a vocal advocate for funding this work — because when the National Cancer Institute pulls pediatric research funding, real families pay the real price.
Learn MoreComing Soon
This list will grow. Emily touched so many lives and so many organizations were part of her journey. As we continue to build this page in her honor, we will add every organization that carried her, supported her, or is now carrying her mission forward.
More Coming SoonEmily gave everything she had. The least we can do is make sure her mission keeps moving.