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Christopher’s Journey: Help Us Give Him Hope

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Dear Friends and Community,

Meet Christopher—a bright, compassionate, and resilient 21-year-old who has his whole life ahead of him. Just one year away from earning his college degree in Columbia, SC, his life took an unexpected and heartbreaking turn.

Diagnosed at 16 with Focal Segmental Glomerulosclerosis (FSGS), a rare kidney disease, Christopher has spent years bravely battling this condition. Despite the immense challenges, he worked hard to stay on track, pursue his dreams, and make his family proud. Unfortunately, his health took a serious downturn while he was away at school, leaving him with severe kidney damage. Now, Christopher requires dialysis three times a week and is awaiting a kidney transplant.

At the heart of his care is his mother—a loving mom who’s been juggling everything on her own. With two other children to care for, she’s been traveling constantly to support Christopher while also trying to meet the daily needs of her family. The burden of medical bills, medications, and travel expenses has placed an enormous financial strain on them. No parent should face such a heavy load alone.

Christopher is more than just a patient—he’s a son, a brother, and a friend who radiates kindness, gratitude, and hope. He deeply loves his family and dreams of finishing his degree and building a wonderful life. Please consider donating, and if you're unable to contribute financially, simply sharing this campaign can help bring hope and support to Christopher and his family.

Your donations will go toward:

Medical bills and medications
Travel expenses for dialysis and the transplant process
Essential living costs for the family during this difficult time

Thank you everyone for your generosity and kindness.


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Queridos amigos y comunidad,

Les presentamos a Christopher - un joven de 21 años, brillante, compasivo y lleno de resiliencia, con toda una vida por delante. A tan solo un año de obtener su título universitario en Columbia, SC, su vida dio un giro inesperado y desgarrador.

Diagnosticado a los 16 años con Glomeruloesclerosis Segmentaria Focal (FSGS), una enfermedad renal rara, Christopher ha pasado años luchando valientemente contra esta condición. A pesar de los enormes desafíos, ha trabajado arduamente para mantenerse en el camino, perseguir sus sueños y hacer que su familia se sienta orgullosa. Desafortunadamente, su salud empeoró mientras estaba en la universidad, lo que le dejó un daño renal severo. Ahora, Christopher necesita diálisis tres veces a la semana y está en lista de espera para un trasplante de riñón.

En el centro de su cuidado está su madre: una mamá amorosa que ha estado haciendo todo ella sola. Con dos hijos más a su cargo, ha viajado constantemente para apoyar a Christopher, mientras también trata de cubrir las necesidades diarias de su familia. La carga de las facturas médicas, medicamentos y gastos de viaje ha puesto una enorme presión financiera sobre ellos. Ningún padre o madre debería enfrentar una carga tan pesada solo.

Christopher es mucho más que un paciente: es un hijo, un hermano y un amigo que irradia bondad, gratitud y esperanza. Ama profundamente a su familia y sueña con terminar su carrera y construir una vida maravillosa.

Por favor, considere donar, y si no puede contribuir económicamente, simplemente compartir esta campaña puede ayudar a llevar esperanza y apoyo a Christopher y su familia.

Sus donaciones se destinarán a:

Facturas médicas y medicamentos
Gastos de viaje para la diálisis y el proceso de trasplante
Costos esenciales para el sustento de la familia durante este tiempo tan difícil

Muchas gracias por su generosidad y amabilidad.



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    Cinthia Memije
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    Hilton Head Island, SC
    Herlinda Urioste
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