Help Eli & Emily Start a Family

Dear friends and supporters,

We are reaching out to you with hearts full of hope and dreams of starting a family. Our journey has been filled with numerous challenges, but we have never allowed adversity to define us. We are a husband and wife who have faced unique circumstances that make traditional pregnancy impossible. Our unwavering desire to become parents has brought us here, seeking your generous support.

Meet the Family:

let us introduce ourselves, I am Elijah a double amputee, and world-class water skier. Despite the physical challenges I've faced, my passion for life and my dedication to excelling in my sport have never wavered. My determination extends beyond the water, as I embrace each new hurdle with unwavering strength and optimism.

My wife, Emily, has been my rock and greatest supporter throughout our journey. Unfortunately, due to medical complications, and issues with her heart due to E.D.S., Emily is unable to carry a child. Despite this setback, she is filled with boundless love and a deep longing to experience the joy of motherhood.

We connected after high school, and quickly realized we wanted to build a life together and got married in 2019. We later realized we had actually met in childhood, after finding Eli's preschool photo album, featuring Emily's 4th birthday party.

Overcoming Challenges:

Recently, I underwent an intensive surgery on my legs for osteointegration, aiming to enhance my mobility and prepare for a brighter future. This surgery has required immense strength and resilience, but I know it will ultimately allow me to continue pursuing my passion to provide a stable foundation for our growing family.

Emily's medical challenges have been equally demanding. Faced with the heartbreak of infertility, she has remained strong and resolute in her determination to find alternate an path to parenthood. Traditional surrogacy offers us a glimmer of hope, a way to fulfill our dreams and create the family we have longed for.

Together in 2022, we lovingly crafted our dream home with our own hands, one that would not only be a haven to raise the family we've always dreamed of, but would also cater to my accessibly needs. Every nail hammered was infused with the hope of filling our home with the joyful pitter-patter of little feet. With each task completed, our anticipation grew, eager to create a space where our future babies would be surrounded by love, comfort, and the lasting memories we would create together as a family.

Why We Need Your Support:

Starting a family through surrogacy is an emotional and financial journey. The costs associated with finding a suitable surrogate, paying for medical procedures, legal fees, and ensuring the well-being of our future child are significant. This is where we humbly turn to you, our dear friends, family, and compassionate souls, for assistance.

Your generosity will help us overcome the obstacles that stand in our way and bring us closer to realizing our lifelong dream of becoming parents. The funds raised will go towards covering the expenses involved in the surrogacy process, ensuring that we have the financial stability needed to offer our child the best possible start in life.

Join Our Journey:

By becoming a part of our journey, you will not only contribute to the creation of our family, but you will also be empowering us to inspire others facing similar challenges. We firmly believe that love knows no bounds and that with the support of compassionate individuals like you, miracles can happen.

Every contribution, no matter the size, brings us closer to our goal. If financial support is not possible at this time, please consider sharing our story. Together, we can spread awareness, break down barriers, and give hope to those navigating the intricate path of building a family against all odds.

Thank you for taking the time to learn about our journey. Your support and encouragement means the world to us. Together, let's turn our dreams into reality.

Gratefully yours,

Elijah, Emily, and our future little one