My Name is Krishna Bishop and I'm Maverick’s Auntie. On behalf of the whole family I would like to extend our thanks to those of you praying for Maverick and his immediate family on this very scary and hopeful next chapter on Maverick's Journey. Our hearts are full of gratitude—and at the same time, still very heavy.

Maverick is only 9 years old, and over those 9 years he has braved many challenges, medical treatments and open heart surgeries as a result of his very complicated heart condition. His determination to overcome every setback has been nothing short of an inspiration to all those who know him and even many who don't.

Maverick was placed on the pediatric heart transplant list in Fall of 2024, and after a long wait he finally received the news of an available heart and underwent his transplant surgery on January 30th.

Thanks to the incredible medical team at Toronto Sick Kids Hospital, the donor family’s unimaginable generosity, and countless prayers from people near and far, he has been given the gift of a new heart. A chance to live the life he always talks about - getting to play hockey with the big boys and getting back to PEI to be HOME to be with his family and see all his friends. And to just be a kid!

We want to sincerely thank everyone who has shared his story, prayed for him, checked in, and wrapped our family in love. Your support has carried us through some of the darkest most unsure moments.

That said, his journey is far from over.

His heart transplant is not a finish line—it is the beginning of a very long, complex, and fragile road to recovery. Maverick is still in the very early stages of healing and is nowhere near “in the clear.” There are still so many unknowns, ongoing risks, intensive monitoring, medications, and setbacks that can arise without warning. His strength amazes us daily, but the road ahead will require time, patience, and immense support.

Throughout this journey, Maverick and his parents, Woodrow and Marie-Eve and Sisters, Isla (12) and Lexie (2) have been staying at the Ronald McDonald House in Toronto, allowing them to remain close to the hospital during this critical time while travelling back and forth from Prince Edward Island. While this has been a blessing beyond words, the financial strain of extended time away from home, medical expenses, travel, meals, and everyday necessities continues to grow.

I'm setting up this GoFundMe to help ease that burden, so Woodrow & Marie-Eve can focus on what matters most—being by his side as he heals, fights, and slowly regains his strength. And getting them all together as a family again.

Any donation, no matter the size, means more than we can express. If you’re unable to give, we ask that you continue to share his story and keep Maverick in your thoughts and prayers.

From the bottom of our hearts— THANK YOU! Thank you for praying for and with our family during this incredibly difficult chapter. Your kindness, generosity, and love mean everything to us.

Love Mavericks Family

xo