Our Mission
To provide support to the individuals and families affected by cancer and military service
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Minton Lodge
The Minton Lodge is a beautiful retreat home previously owned and lived-in by Josh Minton. He always enjoyed having guests and ensured he would have enough space for everyone.
The property is surrounded by 49 wooded acres in Aberdeen, Ohio, only a few miles away from the Ohio River and Kentucky border. The house offers a peaceful and quiet setting to get away to. We welcome anyone affected by cancer, active duty and veterans of the armed services, and their family members.
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About Josh Minton
Josh Minton entered the military in 2006, graduated from West Point in 2010 where he played collegiately for the Army Rugby team. He completed a deployment to Afghanistan in 2012-2013 with Bravo Battery, 4th Battalion, 319th Field Artillery Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade Combat Team and medically retired from the Army in 2018. He was awarded the Army Ranger Tab, Combat Action Badge, Parachutist Badge, Bronze Star Medal, Meritorious Service Medal and three Army Achievement Medals.
At 27, he was diagnosed with a rare and incurable form of neuroendocrine cancer, after which he became very active with the Ulman Foundation and Ruck to Remember, a 60-mile march from Harper’s Ferry to Arlington National Cemetery. He chose to live life to its fullest over the next 5 years – however cancer took his body at the age of 32. His legacy continues to live on through his foundation and the Minton Lodge.
How You Can Help
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🎗️What is your story? 🎗️
April is Adolescent & Young Adult (AYA) Cancer Awareness Month — a time to reflect, remember, and raise our voices for this incredible community.
At the Josh Minton Foundation, our story is one of love, loss, strength, and purpose — shaped by the journey of an Adolescent & Young Adult (AYA) cancer warrior who continues to inspire us every single day.
Josh’s story is not just about a diagnosis — it’s about courage in the face of uncertainty, compassion for others even during the hardest moments, and a legacy that refuses to fade. Through him, we found a deeper connection to the AYA cancer community — a community filled with fighters, survivors, families, and heroes whose stories deserve to be heard.
Every story matters. Every voice carries strength. And every life leaves a mark.
We share Josh’s story to remind others they are not alone — and to honor all those who are writing their own chapters right now. 💛
What is your story?
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Diagnosed with breast cancer at age 34 with two babies. 16 rounds of chemo, 28 rounds of radiation, double mastectomy, and 5.5 years cancer free!
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🌸✝️ Happy Easter from the Josh Minton Foundation ✝️🌸
As we celebrate this season of hope, renewal, and love, we are reminded that even in the darkest moments, light and faith carry us forward.
May your hearts be filled with peace, your homes with joy, and your lives with the promise of new beginnings. 💛
In loving memory, and with gratitude for the continued support that keeps Josh’s legacy shining bright.
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BIG NEWS worth celebrating! We've received our 100th application for therapeutic stays at the Minton Lodge! 🥳🎉🎈It has been the honor of a lifetime to serve so many people with the legacy that Josh Minton began.
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That's awesone news!! We enjoyed the spacious, comfy lodge and being in the woods...despite the crazy rain!
Amazing 🙌🏻 Congratulations
You're doing an excellent job and service with the lodge. Josh would be proud.
How exciting! Just enjoying family time by the fire relaxing the entire weekend!
If you’re in Findlay today, stop by the Hancock County Spring Veterans Empowerment Fair and say hello to our daughter Kim and son-in-law Justyn! 🇺🇸 ... See MoreSee Less
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March is Colon Cancer Awareness Month 💙
Early detection saves lives. If you’re 45+ or have a family history, talk to your doctor about screening. A simple test can make all the difference.
Let’s raise awareness, encourage screenings, and support those affected.
💙 Screen early
💙 Know your risk
💙 Share to spread awareness
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Thanks to the scoutmasters from Scouts BSA Troop 1147 in Pickerington, Ohio for spending the weekend at the Minton Lodge. The leaders did a number of service projects around the property on Saturday. Thanks for doing your good turn for JMF!
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Awesome ! Looks Great ! Thanks for Helping Out 🙌🏻
We appreciate the efforts! That hillside looking like that was bothering me every time I went up and down the driveway. So glad to get that cleaned up as well as the other projects you all tackled. Thanks so much!