On November 29th, 2011, Richi, born in Spain, was diagnosed with high-risk medulloblastoma, one of the most aggressive childhood brain tumors. His family made the life-saving decision to move to the US for treatment at Boston Children's Hospital | Dana Farber (BCH-DF). They now live in Boston. Richi underwent a total of 26 surgeries, radiation, and chemotherapy treatments. He is 17 and continues his fight while living with a long list of neurocognitive, physical, and psychological side effects. Richi is the inspiration behind the Richi Childhood Cancer Foundation.

While receiving treatment at the hospital, a volunteer artist helped Richi reduce anxiety and pain through art therapy. Since then, Richi has been painting as a form of self-expression and to help other childhood cancer survivors.

The Richi Childhood Cancer Foundation is a 501c3 non-profit committed to ensuring all children and adolescents with cancer have the best quality of life. All the proceeds from Richi Art Gallery go to support the Richi Foundation’s mission.

The Richi Foundation raises additional funds through Richi Entrepreneurs and Richi Innovation Camp; two innovative initiatives focused on cultivating impact-makers while adding value to society beyond our mission. You can also support our mission by organizing a FUNraising event or donating to our cause.