About The Andreas Foundation.
Born from love.
Driven by purpose.
Our Story
The Andreas Foundation was established in April 2024 by Ryan K. Brown, Jr and Iman McDonnaugh-Brown following the heartbreaking loss of their beloved son, Andreas Darius Brown, in March 2023.
In the midst of unimaginable grief, they were met with overwhelming medical terminology, unanswered questions, and a profound lack of accessible resources for families affected by neonatal encephalopathy. What should have been a time of support and clarity often felt isolating and uncertain.
Through their own journey of loss, they recognized a critical gap, families navigating neonatal encephalopathy and infant loss needed clearer information, stronger advocacy, and compassionate community support.
Rather than allowing grief to stand alone, they chose to build something meaningful from it.
The Andreas Foundation was created to ensure no family faces this diagnosis without guidance, understanding, and hope.
Our Mission
The Andreas Foundation is dedicated to advancing knowledge, providing support, and fostering hope for families affected by neonatal encephalopathy, pregnancy complications, and infant loss.
We pursue this mission through:
Supporting and promoting research that increases understanding and prevention
Expanding educational initiatives for families and communities
Providing compassionate resources for those navigating diagnosis and loss
Advocating for greater awareness and systemic support
Our mission is rooted in lived experience and strengthened by a commitment to measurable impact.
Our Vision for the Future
Ryan and Iman founded The Andreas Foundation with a simple but powerful vision:
That no family navigating neonatal encephalopathy would ever feel alone in their grief or uncertainty.
Through collaboration, advocacy, and continued growth, the foundation is committed to expanding its reach and deepening its impact.
What began as personal tragedy has become a movement rooted in compassion, knowledge, and resilience.
The work continues — for Andreas, and for every family who deserves answers, support, and hope.
Join Us in Making a Difference
Whether you are a family seeking support, a medical professional, a partner organization, or someone who believes in this mission, your involvement matters.
Together, we can advance research, strengthen education, and build a future where families affected by neonatal encephalopathy are never left without guidance or hope.