Strength in Family: Support the Schmidts' Leukemia Journey

Strength in Family: Support the Schmidts' Journey Through Leukemia Relapse & Bone Marrow Transplant

Dear family and friends,

We are asking for your support for the Schmidt family as they face some of the hardest days of their lives. In June 2024, during what was supposed to be a routine check-up, Andrew, their 21-year-old son, received devastating news—his leukemia had relapsed, just one year after being declared in remission following two and a half years of intense treatment.

Andrew’s initial diagnosis of pediatric acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) came in February 2021, when he was only 17. Through years of treatment, he fought with resilience, leaning on his faith and the love of his family to see him through. When his treatment at CHOP ended, Andrew and his family had finally begun to rebuild their lives, believing the hardest days of chemotherapy, lumbar punctures, etc were behind them.

Andrew, who is the picture of health—physically fit, a dedicated healthy eater, and an avid exerciser—was blindsided by this relapse, and so was his family. But as devastating as this setback is, the Schmidts are not giving up hope.

In a beautiful act of brotherly love, Andrew’s younger brother, Kameron has been confirmed as a 100% match and will be donating his bone marrow in early October to help save Andrew’s life. While this gives them hope for a brighter future, the road ahead will be long and difficult, filled with treatments, life-threatening side effects, hospital stays at CHOP, and the financial burdens that come with both.

We’re asking for your help to lift this incredible, faithful family as they once again fight leukemia. Every donation, prayer, and share will make a huge difference in helping the Schmidts cover medical costs, travel expenses, work sabbaticals, and living necessities while they navigate this challenging journey.

Your support is greatly appreciated.