Mitch Kitter
Donation protected
On December 7th we heard the gut-wrenching words “you have Leukemia” Mitch traveled via medevac to Seattle, to have additional testing at University of Washington Medical Center. They have confirmed the diagnosis of Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia given at Providence. He has a trial ahead of him, but anyone that has met Mitch knows that "quitting" is NOT in his vocabulary and "strong" IS in his vocabulary!
Mitch will be in Seattle for the next 7-8 months. Shalem will be by his side, when not able to be there physically certainly will be present emotionally. The team of leukemia specialists are some of the best in the country and will use cutting edge treatments and procedures to cure Mitch of this terrible disease.
Mitch’s mother and Jen will be tagging in and out with Shalem over the coming months, to see that he always has company. They have received many requests for visits, for which they are very grateful. Once we understand what Mitch’s immune system can handle a calendar will be put together to allow for traffic flow and planning. Stay tuned. Please know your visits are very much appreciated and will be of great support to Mitch, Shalem and family.
Once Mitch has completed chemo his next challenge will be locating a bone marrow match. The course of chemo will destroy Mitch’s, requiring him to have a transplant. The technology of donated bone marrow has improved dramatically in recent years. If you are interested in this vital donation, please visit www.bethematch.com/join to order your swab kit for placement on the national registry.
This GoFundMe was set up to assist in this transitional time. Mitch has wonderful insurance, but it does not cover transportation, miscellaneous costs and unexpected time away from the Studio and office. Mitch’s aunt Robin has a home in Seattle and has generously offered to allow Mitch and Shalem to stay with her during this adventure.
For current updates please visit Mitch's CaringBridge at caringbridge.org/visit/mitchkitter.
Thank you all for you continuous love and support you have shown already.
Mitch will be in Seattle for the next 7-8 months. Shalem will be by his side, when not able to be there physically certainly will be present emotionally. The team of leukemia specialists are some of the best in the country and will use cutting edge treatments and procedures to cure Mitch of this terrible disease.
Mitch’s mother and Jen will be tagging in and out with Shalem over the coming months, to see that he always has company. They have received many requests for visits, for which they are very grateful. Once we understand what Mitch’s immune system can handle a calendar will be put together to allow for traffic flow and planning. Stay tuned. Please know your visits are very much appreciated and will be of great support to Mitch, Shalem and family.
Once Mitch has completed chemo his next challenge will be locating a bone marrow match. The course of chemo will destroy Mitch’s, requiring him to have a transplant. The technology of donated bone marrow has improved dramatically in recent years. If you are interested in this vital donation, please visit www.bethematch.com/join to order your swab kit for placement on the national registry.
This GoFundMe was set up to assist in this transitional time. Mitch has wonderful insurance, but it does not cover transportation, miscellaneous costs and unexpected time away from the Studio and office. Mitch’s aunt Robin has a home in Seattle and has generously offered to allow Mitch and Shalem to stay with her during this adventure.
For current updates please visit Mitch's CaringBridge at caringbridge.org/visit/mitchkitter.
Thank you all for you continuous love and support you have shown already.
Fundraising team: #TeamMitch (3)
Geneva Cowen
Organizer
Anchorage, AK
Shalem Kitter
Beneficiary
Brenda Lester
Team member
Dori Yelverton
Team member
