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Support Tom's Fight Against Stage 4 Chronic Kidney Disease

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Dear friends and family,

I'm reaching out to you today with a heavy heart to share some difficult news about my Uncle Tom. Recently, he was diagnosed with Stage 4 Chronic Kidney Disease, a condition that has turned his world upside down.

When I married my wife, I also gained one of the most supportive uncles and life-long friend, who is also a loving father, and a dedicated friend to many. His positivity and strength have inspired us all, but now he needs our help more than ever. At the end of 2023, Tom was laid off from his job of twelve years and is only receiving social security. At the moment, Tom cannot work as he is preparing for a kidney transplant. Tom's son, Tom Jr., has offered to donate one of his kidneys to help save his father's life. If Tom Jr's. kidney is a match; the transplant surgery is expected to take place sometime towards the end of summer. If Tom Jr. is not a match, Tom will then be placed on the dead donors list which currently has a waiting period between 4-7 years. During this period, Tom would be placed on dialysis, which would consist of 3-4 sessions per week. The recovery process after the transplant is anywhere from 3-6 months for full recovery.

With your support, we can alleviate the financial burden on Tom so he can focus on his recovery without the stress of financial worries. Your generous donations will go directly towards his medical expenses, and ongoing medical care that are vital to his fight against this relentless disease.

Please consider donating whatever you can, and share this campaign with your family and friends. Every contribution, no matter how small, will make a significant difference in Uncle Tom's journey towards recovery. Together, we can give him the chance he deserves to live a longer, healthier life.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, support, and prayers during this challenging time.

Why Donations Are Needed:
• Stage 4 Chronic Kidney Disease requires intensive and ongoing medical treatment.
• Medical bills are mounting despite insurance coverage
• Living expenses needed because of low social security income
• Your donations will directly support Uncle Tom's treatments and care

How Funds Will Be Used:
• Medical expenses
• Medications and therapies prescribed for his condition
• Ongoing medical consultations and tests
• Living expenses

Please donate today to help Uncle Tom fight Stage 4 Chronic Kidney Disease. Your support means everything to us. Together, we can make a difference in his life.
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Donations 

  • Gabriela Carranza
    • $50
    • 5 mos
  • Jennifer Pate
    • $100
    • 5 mos
  • Anonymous
    • $500
    • 5 mos
  • Anonymous
    • $500
    • 6 mos
  • Zachary Harris
    • $100
    • 6 mos
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Organizer and beneficiary

David Pate
Organizer
Chicago, IL
Thomas Matthews
Beneficiary

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