Help Marquez Barker Recover After a Devastating E-Bike Accident

Our family is asking for your prayers, support, and generosity for Marquez Barker, a twenty-nine-year-old young man whose life changed in an instant after a devastating accident.

About a week ago, Marquez was on his way home from work riding his e-bike when he was struck by a vehicle. Marquez was simply doing what he worked hard to do every day—going to work, being productive, and building an independent life for himself.

The accident left him with multiple serious injuries, including:

A broken femur

A severe left shoulder injury requiring surgery

A forearm injury requiring surgery

Serious injuries to both hands

Thumb injuries requiring surgery on both sides

A fractured sternum

Because of the extent of his injuries, Marquez currently cannot perform basic daily activities on his own. He cannot feed himself, bathe himself, or care for his personal needs without assistance. He is currently completely dependent on nursing and caregiving support while he begins the long road toward recovery.

Marquez is also an autistic young man who has worked hard to live as independently as possible. He was gainfully employed and committed to working and taking care of himself. This accident was completely unexpected and has suddenly taken away his ability to work and function independently.

His recovery will be a long and difficult journey. He will need multiple surgeries, medical care, rehabilitation, equipment, transportation, and ongoing assistance with everyday activities. There are also expenses and financial responsibilities that don't stop simply because someone is injured.

We are asking for your help to give Marquez the opportunity to focus on healing and regaining his independence without the additional burden of worrying about how these unexpected expenses will be covered.

Any amount can make a difference. If you are unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser with your family, friends, coworkers, church, and social-media community would mean just as much.

Most importantly, please keep Marquez in your prayers as he faces these surgeries and begins the difficult process of recovery.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your prayers, kindness, generosity, and support for Marquez during this incredibly difficult time.

Please help us support Marquez on his road back to independence.