Hi, my name is Cory Haas; I am Zane's Mimi and Kristin's mom. We are fundraising for Zane and his parents as they start their journey through Zane's treatment for Aplastic Anemia.

Aplastic anemia is a form of bone marrow failure. The bone marrow, spongy tissue inside the bones, is the factory for all blood cell lines -- red cells, white cells, and platelets. These cells are critical to supplying oxygen and nourishment to other tissues and organs, fighting infection, and clotting the blood. Typically, as old blood cells die off naturally, they are replaced by new blood cells formed in the bone marrow. In aplastic anemia, the bone marrow does not produce new cells, leaving the body susceptible to bleeding and infection.

We are fundraising to help Kristin and Donovan pay for Zane's medications and medical bills; plus, they are a one-income family. Kristin will need to take time off to care for him as he goes through his treatments and periodic stays in the hospital. They have two other children at home, girls who are 6 and 9, one who is diabetic. The funds will go toward Zane and his sisters' care and household bills, including food. These funds are desperately needed to help this family.

Thank you so much for all your kindness and support during this very difficult time.

God Bless you!