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Help Santiago and His Family Battle Cancer

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Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Strangers,

I am reaching out to you with heavy hearts and hopeful spirits to support my best friend Melanie's husband, Santiago. Santiago, a loving father, devoted husband, and cherished friend, was diagnosed with advanced rectal cancer. This diagnosis has turned he and his family's world upside down, and they are seeking your generosity to help them in this challenging journey.

About Santiago:
Santiago is a vibrant, caring, and hardworking individual who has always put others before himself. As a high school math teacher, he works with teens everyday and loves what he does. He is a father to two amazing little girls who want him around for years to come. He has been a pillar of strength and support for his family and friends, always offering a helping hand and a kind word. His positive outlook on life and unwavering determination inspire everyone around him.

The Battle:
The medical expenses for this fight are overwhelming, and the financial strain is mounting from day one. Santiago faces an immediate 6 months of intense chemotherapy and then there will be surgeries and possible other alternative procedures and care which will be customized for his treatment plan. Despite the hardships and the unknown, Santiago remains optimistic and continues to face each day with faith, courage, and resilience.

How You Can Help:
I have created this GoFundMe campaign to help alleviate the financial burden of Santiago's medical diagnosis, treatments, travel expenses for specialized care, and everyday living costs. Your donations will go directly towards:

-Medical bills and treatment costs
-Travel expenses for appointments and treatments
-Daily living expenses and support for their family
-Any other unforeseen expenses related to his care

We are hoping to raise $10,000-$15,000. While this seems like a minimal amount overall, it will help ensure Santiago and his family can focus on fighting the cancer, and worry less about the financial strain cancer can cause.

Your Support Matters:
Every donation, no matter how small, makes a significant difference and brings Santiago one step closer to recovery. If you are unable to contribute financially, we ask that you share this campaign with your network to help spread the word. Your prayers, positive thoughts, and emotional support are equally valuable and deeply appreciated.

Together, you can provide the family with the strength and resources he needs to overcome this battle. Let's rally around Santiago during this difficult time and show him that he is not alone in this fight.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, generosity, and support.

With gratitude,

Cameron Kilberg
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Donations 

  • Dan & Emily Squyres
    • $500
    • 4 mos
  • Sara Lewis
    • $250
    • 4 mos
  • Monique O'Mara
    • $100
    • 4 mos
  • Chichi Okoli
    • $200
    • 4 mos
  • chunyao chang
    • $50
    • 4 mos
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Organizer and beneficiary

Cameron Kilberg
Organizer
Jacksonville, FL
Melanie Gomez
Beneficiary

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