Each year, we must raise approximately $210,000 to cover vital medical costs, equipment needs, and ongoing support for Brian and our family. This includes everything from specialized medical care to essential equipment that helps maintain Brian’s quality of life. Your generous donations ensure that he continues to receive the care and resources he needs, and this will remain a yearly effort for as long as he requires support.

 

Brian was diagnosed with ALS on April 14, 2020, and we have chosen that date each year to kick off our annual fundraiser, Blove on 4-14. In 2023, our incredible community helped us raise $116,000, and in 2024 we reached $70,000. Throughout the year, we hold additional smaller fundraisers, but the Blove event remains our cornerstone. And every year, we start again, knowing we can count on your continued support!

 

Our community has always been our greatest source of strength, and we believe in the collective power of small contributions. Here’s how you can help:

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              1. Make a personal donation of at least $14.

              2. Invite 10 friends to join the effort and do the same.

 

Every contribution, no matter the size, creates a ripple effect and makes a profound difference.

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Since April 14, 2020, many generous people have supported Brian's family in various ways. Here’s how your donations have helped:

 

- Made their house handicap accessible

- Installed an outdoor electric lift

- Provided a power wheelchair

- Covered out-of-pocket medication costs

- Purchased a handicap accessible van

- Supplied many assistive devices

- Funded family adventures at Brian’s request

- Paid for a caregiver for 40 to 60 hours a week