Help Kevin & Cheryl During Kevin’s Bone Marrow Transplant Journey
Dear friends and family,
As many of you know, Kevin was diagnosed with Multiple Myeloma (MM), a rare blood cancer, in March 2024. Since his diagnosis, Kevin has undergone weekly chemotherapy treatments, bringing his MM levels down from 80% to less than 1%—an incredible milestone! His oncologist and medical team are thrilled with his progress.
The next crucial step in Kevin's journey is a bone marrow transplant (BMT) at Stanford Medical Center. This procedure, also called a stem cell transplant, will replace damaged or unhealthy bone marrow with healthy blood-forming stem cells. While there is no cure for Multiple Myeloma, this autologous transplant (using Kevin’s own stem cells) offers him the chance at a better quality of life.
Cheryl will be Kevin's required 24/7 caregiver during this intensive process. Kevin’s schedule includes pre-transplant appointments on Jan. 9-10 and Jan. 14–17, with the procedure and recovery period spanning Jan. 24–Feb. 28. During this time, Kevin and Cheryl need to stay near the Safe Zone close to Stanford Medical Center.
We’re asking for your support to help cover the costs of:
- Lodging, food, and transportation near the Safe Zone.
- Transportation for their daughter and granddaughter (3x a week to/from school and drumline practice).
- Meals for the girls while Kevin and Cheryl are away.
Here’s how you can help:
1. Donate: Any contribution, big or small, will go directly toward lodging, food, and transportation expenses.
2. Provide transportation: If you're able to help drive the girls to school or practice (Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays), please contact Cheryl.
3. Gift cards: Lyft/Uber gift cards for transportation or meal delivery services are greatly appreciated.
4. Sign up for meals: Visit https://www.giveinkind.com/inkinds/K3Z2G8Q
to register and help with dinners for the girls.
Your generosity means the world to us as we navigate this challenging time. Kevin’s strength, determination, humor and the love and support from our community are the foundation of his journey toward recovery.
Thank you for your prayers, kindness, good vibes, and support. Together, we can help Kevin focus on healing and give Cheryl and the girls the strength to be by his side every step of the way.
With gratitude,
Cheryl & Family
Organizer
