Wishes for Drew

This is the new GoFundMe Campaign for Wishes for Drew. Our previous GoFundMe expired but not before our amazing supporters raised $14,756.00. Those funds allowed us to obtain treatment, therapy, devices, and more, which we otherwise would not have been able to afford. These treatments continue to have an immediate benefit on Drew staying mobile and healthy. He reports that he never wants to go without them since they are helping him so much. That is why we have done everything we possibly can to get him to treatments and ensure he keeps getting them. These treatments also benefit his heart, lungs and every other function in his body. We also were able to purchase an infrared/pemf/heat mat which not only benefits his blood flow and reduces inflammation...it also eases his aching and cramping muscles. Our generous supporters also allowed us to purchase stretching blocks, supplements, and medications not covered by insurance which cost hundreds of dollars each month.

For those who do not know, our son Drew was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy (“DMD”) on Valentine’s Day of 2019 at the age of seven. DMD is a 100% fatal muscle wasting condition which typically limits an individual’s life expectancy to the early twenties, sometimes much younger. We as a family will fight tooth and nail to save Drew’s life and will work tirelessly to do our part to spread awareness and raise support for other families fighting DMD and other rare diseases. We have chosen to rely on both traditional as well as some non-traditional treatments in fighting Drew’s progression, and thanks to the support of so many amazing people and companies, we have seen an actual and amazing improvements for Drew. Many of the treatments and therapies are not covered by insurance however, and are prohibitively expensive so we have turned to the community for assistance. The community has risen to the occasion! We hope that each individual who has been so gracious and generous to our family, realizes that every penny given has led to a massive improvement in Drew’s ability, stability, and enjoyment of life. 

We don’t want to outlive our son and we want Drew to have every opportunity in life that all parents want for their children. We know this is a big ask and we know that so many people are going through rough times right now, so we do not ask for support lightly. We deeply appreciate everyone who has supported us in so many ways, and not just through donations but prayers as well. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts and please stay tuned to our Facebook page @WishesForDrew and our website at wishesfordrew.org

Love, 

The Gunther Family