On July 4, 2021, Erik was injured when a firework exploded in his right hand in Hays, KS. He was flown to Wichita via LifeFlight for emergency surgery where doctors worked to recover his intense injuries.

Unfortunately, the severity of the explosion led doctors to amputating two fingers on Erik's right hand.

If you know Erik, you know his heart, his grit and his strength. He is a student at Fort Hays State University and has worked tirelessly towards his Computer Science degree. While this tragedy is sure to impact his goal of graduating and life overall, Erik is a fighter.

The money raised on this page will contribute to cover the Kreutzer family's medical expenses and other critical costs during his recovery.