Support Josh Freese in his journey to China for sight

Josh Freese was born with a rare and life-altering visual impairment called Congenital Nystagmus—a condition that causes rapid, involuntary eye movement, blurred vision, and extreme light sensitivity. His brain and eyes don’t communicate the way they should, and as of now, there is no cure. Because of this, Josh is legally blind.

Josh has faced obstacles many of us never have to think about—he’s never had the freedom to drive, his career options are limited, and he has to live near essential resources just to get by. Time and time again, he’s been told, "You can’t." Yet despite every challenge, he has never lost hope.

For years, he has dreamed of a breakthrough—a chance to live with more independence and dignity. Until recently, every possible surgery carried the terrifying risk of complete blindness. But in 2022, a glimmer of hope appeared: a groundbreaking treatment trial in Beijing, China—an implant that won’t cure Nystagmus, but could dramatically reduce its effects.

After months of testing, exams, and genetic screenings, Josh has officially been invited to undergo this life-changing I-NYS implantation surgery. If successful, this could mean:

✅ The ability to drive for the first time in his life

✅ Truly seeing his son’s face and watching him play sports

✅ More career opportunities and financial stability

✅ The independence he has always longed for

But we can’t do this alone.

The cost of the surgery, hospital stay, pre-op testing, and the implant is a staggering $60,000 CAD—and that doesn’t include flights, accommodations, lost wages, or unexpected expenses. It’s an overwhelming financial burden, but with your help, we can give Josh the gift of sight.

I have known Josh for over 20 years, and for the past three, I’ve had the privilege of calling him my partner. I’ve watched him navigate a world that wasn’t built for him, missing moments he desperately wishes he could see.

❤️I want him to see the mountains we talk about, instead of just imagining them.

❤️I want him to watch his son’s milestones with his own eyes, not just hear about them.

❤️I want him to watch my daughter score a goal, instead of me having to tell him it happened.

❤️I want him to notice his son doing something silly across the room, instead of only hearing about it.

❤️I want to see the joy on his face when he proudly pulls up in his first car or picks his son up from school—moments that should be simple but, for him, would be extraordinary.

❤️I want him to experience the world the way we do—for the very first time.

Josh is one of the kindest, most determined people I know. He deserves this chance. Please help us make his dream a reality.

Every donation, no matter how small, brings us closer to giving Josh the life he has always hoped for. If you can’t donate, please share his story.

Let’s help a legally blind father see.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you.