Gaming for Good: 18-Year-Old Nick Priest Talks about How Losing His Dad Inspired Him to Start Nick’s Power of Play, a Nonprofit Connecting Volunteer Video Game Players with Young Cancer Patients

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Nick Priest is not your average 18 year old. Throughout his life he has focused on how he can give back in a meaningful way that honors the memory of his father, who he lost to oral cancer when he was just six years old. Nick tells us that playing video games with his father were some of his favorite memories. Even as his dad’s health deteriorated rapidly, father and son were able to bond through the gaming console. From a young age, Nick was determined to help other kids who were going through this same struggle with cancer. He quickly realized in his first chemistry course that a career in oncology was probably not in the cards, but Nick was inspired by young cancer patients who were under treatment and isolated in the hospital, unable to play with other kids. Gaming offered the perfect opportunity to connect with these patients, and could create a way for them to connect with one another.

Nick is an inspiring young man who is committed to making a difficult situation better for so many kids who desperately need it. And he’s quick to remind us that it isn't even about the video games. It's all about connecting with other people during their time of need and creating community. Who can argue with that?

Episode Links and Resources:
Nick’s Power of Play: https://www.nickspowerofplay.com/

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