At the age of three, Ryan Benton was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. Twenty years later, Ryan became the first person in the world with his terminal disease to be successfully treated with adult stem cell therapy, paving the way for others.
With your help, we can continue helping others in their fight against incurable diseases by advancing support and access to adult stem cell therapy.
Started in 2009 as a grassroots fundraiser to benefit its founder, Ryan Benton. Today, CTFAC is a non-profit making an impact nationwide in the fight against incurable diseases that can benefit from adult stem cell therapy.
Estimates show that nearly one-third of the U.S. population currently suffers from diseases or conditions that have been proven to be relieved by adult stem cell therapies.
Estimates show that nearly one-third of the U.S. population currently suffers from diseases or conditions that have been proven to be relieved by adult stem cell therapies.
In September our 9th annual Concert in the Country welcomed nearly 2,000 people and raised over $75,000
Learn about Ryan’s passion for music and how it drives him to make the most of each day.
In September our 9th annual Concert in the Country welcomed nearly 2,000 people and raised over $75,000
Learn about Ryan’s passion for music and how it drives him to make the most of each day.
There is a big difference in a “treatment” and a “cure”. This is something we learned early on as Ryan began receiving adult stem cell treatments. Many people assumed that…
Our founder Blake Benton explains why birthdays
for boys with Duchenne are a scary reality, although when given the gift of
stem cell therapy boys can still have a chance to live a life they’ve always
dreamed of.
Individuals Diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy each year that need your help.
Typical household burden for treatment and care of DMD.
Amount raised through CTFAC for continued research and therapy.
For as little as $10/month, you can help make a difference in millions of lives. Your support helps raise awareness and support for those in need of adult stem cell therapy.
