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End Stage Kidney Failure Transplant Fund
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Dearest: Friends, Family, and Compassionate Supporters,
I hope this message finds you in good health and spirits. I am reaching out to you today with a heavy heart, yet with a glimmer of hope. My name is Jonathan Villanueva and I'm writing this today because II am in need of your support for my life-changing journey - a kidney transplant.
After having type 2 Diabetes for 24 years, I developed Hypertension in 2019 which led to Kidney Disease. Despite staying steadfast to a strict renal and hypertensive diet, it had only delayed the inevitable diagnosis
I have been battling chronic kidney disease for the past four years;and it has taken a toll on every aspect of my life. Despite the challenges, I have always remained resilient, fueled by the love and support from my church, close friends and family.
My Doctors have informed me in 2022 that I had developed Ens Stage Kidney Failure, and that a kidney transplant is my best chance at a healthier and more fulfilling life. I have been on an aggressive dialysis treatment ,and it strips the life out of me almost each time I go. I’m in dialysis for 12 hours a week and come home at times too tired barely able to hold my head up from dialysis treatment
- [ ] I have been blessed beyond measure that I have received a live donor that is willing to donate a kidney to me.! He has stood by his decision unchanged throughout my journey; so I am pushing full steam ahead For the next steps .
The cost associated with a kidney transplant are considerably high and while I have insurance, it doesn't cover all the associated expenses. From medical bills to post-surgery care, the financial burden is overwhelming. This is where I humbly ask for your support. I have created this GoFundMe page to raise funds that will help me cover costs of the transplant and ensure a smoother recovery process.
Your generosity can make a world of difference, giving me the chance to live a life free from the constraints of my current health challenges. Any contribution, no matter how small, will be a step forward to making this life-saving procedure a reality. Additionally, your prayers, positive thoughts, and shares of this campaign are equally valuable and appreciated.
I understand that times are tough for many, and I truly appreciate you taking the time to read my story. If you are unable to contribute financially, your prayers and moral support means the world to me just the same.
Thank you for being a beacon of hope in my journey and dire hour of need. Your contribution can make a profound difference in my life, offering a chance at renewed health and the ability to live life fully again. Every donation, no matter the size, brings me a step closer to this crucial life-saving procedure. Thank you for considering to support this vital cause.
With extreme gratitude always
Jonathan Villanueva
Organizer
Jonathan Villanueva
Organizer
Pomona, CA