Stand by a Seabee Veteran Fighting to Walk Again

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Stand by a Seabee Veteran Fighting to Walk Again

Stand by a Seabee Veteran Fighting to Walk Again

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Help a Navy Veteran and Family Man Recover from a Devastating Accident

Life can change in a split second — and for Matt, that moment came when a motorcycle accident left him with severe injuries to his leg and ankle. A proud U.S. Navy Seabee veteran, Matt has spent his life building up others — whether it was serving his country, lending a hand to a neighbor, or working hard to provide for his wife and children. Now, he’s the one who needs a hand.

The accident left Matt with multiple fractures that required extensive surgeries — metal rods, screws, and, most recently, a skin graft to repair the damage. His recovery is going to take months of immobility, therapy, and pain management. Because of the severity of his injuries, he’s unable to work during this long road to healing, and his family is now facing the stress of mounting bills and lost income on top of everything else.

If you know Matt, you know he’s the first guy to show up when someone else needs help — no questions asked. He’s the guy who will stop whatever he’s doing to lend a hand, fix what’s broken, and lift others up. Now, it’s our turn to show up for him.

Every dollar donated will go directly toward helping Matt and his family cover essential living expenses — mortgage, utilities, groceries, and medical costs — while he focuses on what matters most: healing and getting back on his feet.

Please consider donating whatever you can. And if you can’t give financially, sharing this campaign means the world, too. Together, we can help this incredible husband, father, and veteran get through this tough chapter and back to doing what he does best — helping others.

❤️ Donate today to support a man who’s given so much of himself to his family, his community, and his country.
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Chris Battenberg
Organizer
Fernley, NV
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