Hi, I’m Emily Sinclair, Katie Felt’s best friend and former roommate from our days working at Disney World!

As many of you know, Katie has faced numerous medical challenges and chronic illnesses throughout her life. This past Thursday, her medical journey took an unexpected turn when she suffered a massive stroke. She was airlifted to a hospital hours away from her home and underwent emergency brain surgery. She is currently in the ICU at Strong Memorial Hospital in Rochester, NY, where doctors and specialists continue to determine the best course of treatment for her moving forward.

As you can imagine, the road ahead will be a long and challenging one, not only for Katie but for the entire Felt family. Between medical bills, groceries, time away from work, travel expenses, transportation, hotel accommodations, and potential home renovations and accommodations to support Katie’s needs, the financial burden of this journey will be significant.

If you know Katie, you know she is one of the kindest, most genuine, selfless, and strongest people you could ever meet. As a life skills teacher for students with autism, Katie dedicates her life to caring for others and helping anyone and everyone she can in whatever way possible. I like to think she carries a little bit of Disney magic with her wherever she goes.

Now, Katie is the one who needs us.

During her time as a Disney cast member, Katie formed friendships with people from all over the world. So many of you from Disney and back home in Pennsylvania have already reached out with your love, prayers, and offers of support, and it truly means more than words can express. I created this GoFundMe to help alleviate some of the financial stress that Katie and the Felt family will face in the months ahead. For those who are unable to be there in person, this is an opportunity to show your love and support from wherever you are.

If you are unable to donate, sharing this GoFundMe is just as appreciated. Our goal is to reach as many people as possible to help support Katie and the Felt family throughout this journey.

Above all, please continue to keep Katie and the entire Felt family in your thoughts and prayers as they navigate this incredibly difficult time. We are praying for Katie’s health, strength, healing, a speedy recovery, and a smooth road ahead.

Thank you for all the warm wishes, thoughts, prayers, generosity, and outpouring of love. Katie is so loved, and I hope she and her family can feel that support every step of the way. I have no doubt that Katie will continue to show the incredible strength that has always made her who she is.

We love you, Katie.