At 70 years old, Tommy Oates is a proud great-grandfather, grandfather, father, husband, and a faithful Christian man who has spent his entire life taking care of others. Known for his tireless work ethic, his devotion to his family, and his quiet strength, Tommy has always been the one others leaned on in times of need.

Today, Tommy needs our help.

After years of managing chronic kidney disease, Tommy is now facing a critical turning point: he needs a life-saving kidney transplant. Thankfully, he has been approved for surgery—but the journey doesn’t end there. The costs associated with this transplant are far more than what insurance will cover, and they are quickly becoming overwhelming for the Oates family.

We are asking for your help to raise $50,000 to support Tommy and his family through this difficult time. The funds will go directly toward:

● Medical expenses not fully covered by insurance, including high-cost immunosuppressant medications and ongoing specialized care

● Copays for frequent doctor visits, tests, and prescriptions both before and after surgery

● Temporary housing near the transplant center so Tommy can receive critical follow-up care in the months after surgery

● Travel expenses to and from the hospital, which is several hours away from their home

● Living expenses to help support his household—ensuring his wife and young granddaughter, who lives with them full-time, have the essentials they need while Tommy recovers

Tommy has always put his family and community first. He’s the man who never asked for help, the one who showed up when others couldn’t. Whether it was coaching little league, lending a hand at church, or working long hours to make ends meet, he did it all with quiet grace and deep faith.

Now, it's our turn to show up for him.

Your donation—no matter the size—will help lift the heavy financial burden off Tommy and his loved ones. It will give him the best possible chance at a successful recovery and more