Austin’s Fight for his Life and a Mother’s Love

Meet Rocio and Austin Alcaraz, a beloved family from Sierra Madre. Austin has been fighting liver failure since he was a baby, and at just six years old, his devoted mother, Rocio, selflessly donated part of her liver to save his life. For 16 years, Austin thrived, but now that liver is failing again, and a partial donation from his mother is no longer medically possible. He has been in and out of the hospital for years, with Rocio, a single mother, steadfastly by his side. She has never asked for help, but now, in this incredibly difficult time, she needs our support.

Despite his pain, Austin remains the kind and gentle soul he has always been, with a love for all things anime and Naruto. Just this morning, he apologized to his mom for keeping her awake because of his pain. This is the type of person he is—a testament to the strength and love Rocio has poured into raising him.

As medical bills mount and Rocio is unable to work while caring for her son, we ask you to consider donating whatever you can to help ease their burden. Austin is running out of time, and doctors fear he may no longer be strong enough for a transplant. As Rocio faces the heartbreak of watching her son suffer, your support will allow her to focus fully on being with him during these final days as he waits and prays for a transplant and the strength to survive it—without the added weight of financial worries.

Rocio and Austin are two of the most loving and compassionate people you could meet. Any donation, no matter how small, along with your thoughts and prayers, will mean the world to them during this unimaginable time.