Aid Kristi's Fight Against Cancer

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Aid Kristi's Fight Against Cancer

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Help Kristi Heal


If you don’t know her, Kristi Thomas is one of the strongest, kindest, and most selfless people you could ever meet. She’s the type of person who puts everyone else’s needs before her own and still manages to brighten the lives of those around her. Unfortunately, Kristi is now facing the most difficult and heartbreaking season of her life.


Over the past year, Kristi has battled ongoing health issues, chronic ear infections, sinus infections, bronchial infections, and more. In May 2025, Kristi woke up with a lump the size of a grapefruit on the left side of her neck. After months of misdiagnoses and being sent home by multiple hospitals, a biopsy finally confirmed the devastating news: Kristi has oropharyngeal cancer, including one malignant squamous cell carcinoma tumor, along with several benign tumors.


She recently underwent major surgery to remove the tumors. The procedure left her with severe injuries to her neck, and she now faces a long and painful recovery. Currently, Kristi is unable to perform many of her daily activities or lift even light objects, making it impossible for her to work or care for herself without help. Doctors expect her recovery to take three months, possibly longer.


This fundraiser will help cover:


Medical bills and treatment costs


Living expenses while she is unable to work


Safe and stable housing during her recovery


Transportation to and from medical appointments


Financial aid for medical procedures, copays, etc...


Kristi has always been the one to show up for others, with love, generosity, and kindness. Now it’s our turn to show up for her.


Every donation, no matter the size, will directly help Kristi focus on healing instead of worrying about how to get through each day. If you can’t give financially, please consider sharing this campaign. Together, we can lift some of the heavy burden she’s carrying and remind her that she’s not fighting this battle alone.


If you feel more comfortable sending money directly to Kristi, here is her Cash app $kristi0209 or Apple Pay: [phone redacted]


Thank you for helping Kristi find hope and healing.

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Organizer and beneficiary

Melanie Paine
Organizer
Clearwater, FL
Kristi Thomas
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