Be The Match - Paul Goodman is a Cancer Fighter and Needs a Match (It Takes 5 Minutes) - Please Help NEW

Paul Goodman, 29, is a beloved son, brother, and friend. Unfortunately, he recently relapsed from Leukemia and is in desperate need of a Bone Marrow Match and thus, we are looking for donors to register.
 
The ideal match for Paul would be a donor who is 50% Japanese and 50% Caucasian, and between the ages of 18-44 years old.  The bone marrow pool of donors is limited for people of color and even more limited for bi-racial people like Paul.  Paul's sister is a 50% match, but a 75% or higher match would give Paul a greater chance of beating this.  However, donors can cross ethnicities and we encourage EVERYONE to register.  Your actions could save a life! 
 
It takes 5 minutes to complete the registration form and "swab".  Unlike blood, bone marrow is very hard to find a match. Therefore, it is imperative to get as many people as possible registered via a simple at-home mouth swab test.  There is no cost and all postage is paid for (for those ages 18-44 years).  You can also help by forwarding this message with your friends, family and coworkers.
 
Please review the material below to understand the bone marrow transplant process.  77% of all transplants are non-surgical and 23% involve an outpatient procedure. Please consider the below options for signing up to become a possible bone marrow donor.
 
To register now:

1. Because this is an urgent situation, we are encouraging everyone to please attend the LIVE DRIVE THRU event listed below.  (Event is in compliance with CDC's Covid Safety protocols). Additional details are available on ganbattepaul.com

 
DATE: Sunday, March 28, 2021
TIME: 11:00AM to 4:00PM
LOCATION: Gardena Valley Japanese Cultural Institute
1964 W. 162nd St,
Gardena, CA 90247

1. OR, request a kit to be mailed by Be The Match (Live Drive Pickup is preferred due to potential delays in the mail service)

 
Text HOPE4PAUL to 61474 or online at JOIN.BETHEMATCH.ORG/HOPE4PAUL
 
Paul is unable to receive visitors or cards, but you can send your encouraging words to him on Instagram @notsogoodman; or post photos and send a private message on ganbattepaul.com