Today we’re rallying around one of the brightest lights in our poker family and in life — Debbie Troncone.

If you know Debbie, you know this: she is pure sunshine. She’s the life of the party, the first one to say “I’m in!”, the loudest cheerleader at the table, and the friend who shows up — every single time. Whether it’s a poker night, a birthday, a bad day, or a big life moment, Debbie is there with her whole heart. She gives so much love, laughter, and energy to everyone around her.

Now it’s our turn to be there for her.

Debbie is preparing for a life-saving kidney transplant — a journey that comes with hope, strength, and yes, significant financial burden. While she faces this challenge with the same courage and positivity she brings to everything, she shouldn’t have to do it alone.

And here’s where this story becomes even more extraordinary.

When Debbie needed a kidney, 2 of the cornerstones of our poker and life crew, Lisa Luposello Pickell, and Regina Auletta didn’t hesitate. Not for a second. Both Lisa and Regina immediately stepped forward to see if they were a match. That’s who they are — fiercely loyal, selfless beyond measure, and the kind of friend everyone hopes to have in their corner. Their willingness to give such an incredible gift — the gift of life — leaves us in awe.

Regina was not a match but Lisa is!

This transplant means medical expenses, travel, recovery time, and lost wages for both Debbie and Lisa AS WELL AS Regina who will be traveling down to Florida to nurse them back to health. While Debbie focuses on healing and Lisa prepares to give this priceless gift, we want them focused on one thing only: health and recovery — not bills.

So we’re asking our community — our poker family, our extended friends, anyone whose life has been touched by these incredible women — to come together.

Let’s show Debbie the same unwavering support she’s always shown us.

Let’s honor Lisa’s breathtaking generosity.

Let’s lift them both up the way they’ve lifted all of us.

Every donation, every share, every prayer helps. No amount is too small. Together, we can ease the financial stress and allow this beautiful act of friendship and love to shine even brighter.

This is more than a fundraiser.

It’s a celebration of friendship.

It’s a testament to loyalty.

It’s a reminder that when one of us needs help, we all show up.

Please donate if you can, and share this page far and wide. Let’s help Debbie and Lisa focus on what truly matters — a successful transplant, a smooth recovery, and many, many more years of laughter around the poker table.

With love, gratitude, and all in for our girls. ♥️♠️♦️♣️