Episode 59: Oscar Ortiz

Oscar Ortiz is the father of Sebastian Ortiz, and this conversation centers on how Sebastian Strong is turning unimaginable loss into real help for families facing childhood cancer. We get into the organization’s Navigator Program and why it matters so much—because families are often left trying to navigate diagnosis, treatment, insurance battles, financial strain, end-of-life decisions, funeral arrangements, and life after loss in a system that is already overwhelmed. Oscar shares how what started with heartbreak and a kayak fundraiser grew into a movement that now raises over a million dollars a year, funds research, supports families in tangible ways, and brings together donors, partners, and families who refuse to look away. We also talk about the push for better science, better systems, and how tools like AI could help speed up research and improve outcomes. More than anything, this episode is a reminder that support has to become action. If this conversation moves you, learn about Sebastian Strong, share the mission, and give if you can. Once you understand what these families are carrying, it becomes a lot harder to stand on the sidelines.DONATE HERE: https://secure.qgiv.com/event/kayakingthekeysforhope2026/account/2347415Train with Jake / Fowler-Fit:Custom plans, custom coaching, and the Fowler-Fit Hybrid Training Ebook:https://linktr.ee/FowlerandFriendsFollow Fowler and Friends:YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@FowlerandFriendsInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/fowler_and_friends/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100068629653864