Help Support the Gardner Family in Rocky’s Fight Against Cancer

Hello friends, and thank you for taking a moment to read this.

Zach and I have had the pleasure of knowing Jayson “Rocky” Gardner for over a decade, and we are humbled to help bring his story forward as we ask for support on behalf of his family. We are starting this fundraiser for Rocky, his devoted wife Kendra, and their three beautiful children—not because he asked us to, but because he never would.

Rocky is a loving husband to an incredible woman who works full-time to support their young family, doing everything she can to keep things afloat. Four weeks ago, their world changed. After five years in remission, Rocky was diagnosed with stage 4 squamous cell carcinoma in his lung. The cancer has spread to his windpipe and abdominal wall and is now threatening his liver. Without treatment, doctors estimate only one year.

But if you know Rocky, you know he is a fighter. Treatment has already begun, and he is giving this battle everything he has.

As you can imagine, this journey has forced Kendra to miss significant time from work as she drives Rocky to and from appointments, procedures, and treatments. PTO only stretches so far, and while insurance helps with some medical bills, the financial strain of missed wages and mounting expenses is becoming overwhelming. Things many of us take for granted—gas, groceries, housing, utilities—have suddenly become sources of worry for their family.

Our hope is to raise funds to help the Gardners replace lost income and cover essential needs during this difficult time. Your contribution, no matter the size, will directly support their daily living expenses and provide stability while Rocky continues his fight.

If you are unable to give financially, please know there are other meaningful ways to help. A meal train is being organized, and prayers, positive thoughts, and shared good vibes are deeply appreciated. Even simply sharing this fundraiser can make a tremendous difference.

Thank you for your compassion, generosity, and for standing with this dear family as they face the unthinkable.