Xavier's Story

Xavier was 13—funny, loud, sweet, and full of life. His passing broke our hearts and began a mission.

In honor of Xavier Thompson, Breathe for Xavier raises awareness about asthma, youth sports safety, and medical preparedness in schools.

Through education, community outreach, and legislative advocacy, we work toward stronger emergency requirements and faster responses when every second counts.

Xavier made everyone he encountered feel seen and loved. We carry that love forward by supporting under served children and communities, helping them feel seen, heard, and valued through our memorial scholarship, BFX-Bags From Xavier initiative, and community contributions.

Only hours before his passing, Xavier shared a message that now stands as part of his legacy:
“Trust in God.”

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When Xavier found out he made the team he celebrated the news. Sadly he passed away the next day.

BFX-Bags From Xavier

Xavier made people feel seen and loved. Help us carry that love forward.

From now through November 15, his heavenly anniversary, we’re asking for $13 in honor of his 13 years of life to help fill duffel bags with essentials and comfort items for boys in residential care.

Every bag is a reminder: you are seen, you are loved, and you matter.

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Media & Press

Legislative Advocacy

On October 7, 2026, Brittany Thompson traveled to the Texas State Capitol to speak with legislators about strengthening school medical emergency requirements.

Breathe for Xavier is advocating for regular emergency drills, clear response timelines, and stronger staff preparedness—because every second matters.

Speaking & Advocacy

Media & Speaking Inquiry

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I speak because silence helps no one.

I share Xavier’s story to raise awareness around asthma and youth sports, and to advocate for accountability and justice—so that children and families are better informed, protected, and supported.

I have spoken with schools, churches, community groups, and media platforms to address topics including:

Advocating for justice and accountability surrounding medical emergencies in schools
Raising awareness about the importance of preparedness during medical crises
Advocating for mandatory medical emergency drills in schools, so staff are trained and ready to respond without delay

Asthma and youth sports
Grief, trauma, and child loss
Faith after loss and turning pain into purpose
Advocacy through action

📩 To invite Brittany Thompson to speak or collaborate, please contact:
breatheforxavier@gmail.com

Brittany Thompson is available for podcast interviews, television and media appearances, faith-based events, grief conversations, and speaking engagements.

Mission

Our Focus

We strive to prevent loss by raising awareness, educating communities, and creating opportunities that honor Xavier's legacy.

Awareness & Advocacy

Sharing Xavier's story to bring visibility to the realities surrounding asthma and youth sports
Raising public awareness through speaking engagements, media, and community conversations
Using lived experience to encourage dialogue, reflection, and meaningful change

The Xavier Thompson Memorial Scholarship

Providing educational scholarships to students who demonstrate kindness, resilience, leadership, and service to others
Honoring Xavier's life by investing in the next generation
Ensuring Xavier's legacy continues to make a lasting impact through opportunity and hope

Community Presence

We carry Xavier's name into schools, churches, community spaces, and public forums so others may learn, reflect, and breathe easier knowing his life made an impact.

Through awareness, advocacy, and educational opportunities, we honor Xavier and inspire a future where every child has the chance to thrive.

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Questions? breatheforxavier@gmail.com

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Meet Brittany Thompson

Founder of Breathe for Xavier | Mother of Xavier

My name is Brittany Thompson, and I am the mother of Xavier Thompson.

Xavier was only 13 years old when he passed away during his first basketball practice. He was vibrant, full of life, deeply loved, and endlessly important. His passing shattered my world—but it also awakened a calling I never asked for and cannot ignore.

I am a mother, a former school counselor, and the founder of Breathe for Xavier, a nonprofit created in honor of my son’s life and legacy. What began as unbearable grief has transformed into purpose: to advocate for child safety, medical preparedness, accountability, and awareness—so that other families never experience a loss like ours.

I share Xavier’s story not for attention, but for truth.
Not for sympathy, but for change.
Not from bitterness, but from faith.

I believe God wastes nothing—not even pain. And I believe Xavier’s life continues to matter through every breath taken in his name.