As my family and many of my closest friends are aware, my father is losing his battle with Stage IV lung cancer. Six months of radiation and chemo therapy have at best only slightly slowed progression (though it has continued) and at worst caused a myriad of complications (including a compromised immune system and hospitalization for pneumonia in February).

The support of our extended family of blood relatives and friends has been both unbelievable and humbling. One friend has even gone so far as to create these Team Ellis t-shirts. Some of you have requested a way to donate further in support of my mother and father during this difficult time. We appreciate you all so much.

It's as hard for me to even want to post the details of our situation as it is for me to ask for your support in this way. If you have any interest in donating, any contribution is greatly appreciated.

Thank you.