Some of you know John Ward and some of you may not. John is in his early 40s and a father of two amazing children, Charlie and Hayden. John joined the LGBTQ+ community a few years ago and has embraced everyone with open arms. John brightens every room he walks into, and you can't help but feel the love emanating from him.

Last June, John started to notice he was having trouble talking normally and swallowing. He went to the doctor, and after many tests and the symptoms progressing, he was diagnosed with ALS in the fall of 2025. ALS is aggressive, and there is no cure. John is about to retire in a couple of weeks, and he is planning to spend this year doing bucket list items for himself and bucket list items he wants to do with his kids.

This GoFundMe is to try and help assist him in accomplishing those dreams and make memories. I know money is tight for everyone, but if you can, please give what you can. I know that this community is our chosen family, and as family, we need to support each other through the hardest times in life. I can't thank all of you enough for donating to this. If you see John, he can no longer speak, but he loves a big warm hug! Thank you again for all your help! ♥️