Support Benny's Fight Against Brain Cancer

Help Benny Fight Cancer

On behalf of the NYU Wrestling Team and everyone who knows and loves him, we’re starting this fundraiser for our dear friend Benny Bautista.

Recently, Benny was diagnosed with Grade 3 Oligodendroglioma, a rare and aggressive malignant brain tumor. He has already undergone extensive surgery to remove as much of the tumor as possible. However, the road ahead is long, and the financial burden of treatment is overwhelming. Between medical bills, travel for specialized care, and lost income, Benny and his family need our help now more than ever.

Why We Need Your Support

Cancer treatment is incredibly costly, and Benny’s journey has only just begun. He is currently undergoing chemotherapy and radiation, all while balancing the emotional and physical challenges of recovery. In addition to medical treatments, the family is facing mounting expenses, including: travel costs for specialized care, time off work for both Benny and his family, daily living expenses, and more.

Every donation — no matter the amount — will make a tangible impact on easing this financial burden. Your support will allow Benny to focus fully on his health, healing, and recovery.

About Benny

Anyone who knows Benny would describe him as one of the most selfless, kind-hearted people they’ve ever met. As a captain of the NYU Wrestling Team, Benny has always been a leader both on and off the mat.

But his impact goes far beyond wrestling. Benny is an exceptional student, a loving son and brother, and an incredible friend to many. He’s the kind of person who brings people together, always offering his support with a smile on his face, no matter what life throws his way.

Even in the face of this diagnosis, Benny’s positive outlook continues to inspire everyone around him. He embodies resilience, strength, and kindness — he’s the guy who would give a stranger the shirt off his back or a kidney if they needed it. Now, it’s our turn to give back. Benny has always been there for others, and now he needs us to stand by him.

How You Can Help

Please consider donating and sharing this page with your network. Every dollar raised will make a difference, helping to alleviate the financial strain on Benny and his family during this difficult time. Your support means the world to Benny, his family, and everyone who loves him. Together, we can help him focus on what truly matters: fighting cancer and healing.

We are deeply grateful for your kindness, generosity, and prayers. Thank you for standing with Benny in this battle.

*For transparency to donors - Benny’s mother, Janette Bautista, is listed as the beneficiary of this fundraiser.