Brandon is a devoted husband to his wife, Jill, and a loving father to their six young children (ages 11, 9, 7, 5, 3, and 9 months). As a public health nurse and the sole provider for his family, and a faithful member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, Brandon has dedicated his life to serving others with kindness, compassion, and generosity. Anyone who knows Brandon knows he is always willing to help wherever he can.

Now, as Brandon and his family face the devastating challenges of an ALS diagnosis, they need the support, love, and generosity of their community more than ever.

In January 2026, Brandon began experiencing blurry vision—something entirely unexpected for a healthy 37-year-old with no history of vision problems. Around the same time, he developed a slight cough that would occur while speaking. In January as well, he began noticing muscle weakness in his hands, and his symptoms continued to progress.

In April, Brandon met with a neurologist who ordered extensive testing, including an MRI, EMG, EEG, and other evaluations in an effort to determine the cause of his rapidly declining health.

On May 17, Brandon suffered a ground-level fall that resulted in an ambulance transport and a two-night hospitalization. During his hospital stay, several potential causes of his symptoms—including a brain tumor, myasthenia gravis, and multiple sclerosis—were tentatively ruled out. Although his neurofilament light chain levels were elevated, doctors were unable to identify the cause of his worsening condition. At that time, ALS was not believed to be the diagnosis, and the fall was attributed to increasing muscle weakness.

Since that hospitalization, Brandon’s condition has continued to decline rapidly despite physical therapy and ongoing medical care. His muscles have become progressively weaker and stiffer, making everyday tasks increasingly difficult. Activities many people take for granted—working at a desk, speaking comfortably, getting dressed, playing with his kids, or moving around independently—now require tremendous effort.

On June 4, Brandon received the devastating diagnosis of ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), also known as Lou Gehrig’s Disease. ALS is a progressive neurodegenerative disease that affects the nerve cells responsible for controlling voluntary muscle movement. There is currently no cure. And an average life expectancy is 2-5 years. Brandon has begun treatment with medication that may modestly slow the progression of the disease and help extend survival.

On June 10, Brandon was evaluated at the University of Utah by Dr. Mark Bromberg, an internationally recognized ALS specialist, who confirmed the diagnosis.

This diagnosis has profoundly changed the future Brandon and Jill envisioned for their family. As they focus on navigating the challenges ahead, they are also facing significant financial burdens. Medical appointments, treatments, adaptive equipment, and specialized care will continue to create mounting expenses. As the disease progresses, Brandon will likely require mobility equipment, including a wheelchair-accessible van, as well as home modifications such as wheelchair ramps and other accessibility accommodations.

In addition to these medical expenses, Brandon is no longer able to work because of the rapid progression of his disease. As the sole provider for his family, the loss of his income has created an enormous financial challenge. While their income has been dramatically affected, their monthly obligations remain the same. Brandon and Jill continue to provide for their six children while managing a mortgage, utilities, groceries, insurance, transportation costs, and all the everyday expenses that come with raising a young family. The financial burden of ALS extends far beyond medical care alone.

Brandon and Jill’s primary focus should be on spending meaningful time together as a family and creating lasting memories with their six children—not worrying about how they will pay their mortgage, meet their family’s daily needs, and afford the care and equipment that ALS demands.

ALS is often referred to as “the bankruptcy disease” because of the enormous financial strain it places on families. Any donation, regardless of the amount, will help provide support for medical expenses, adaptive equipment, transportation needs, home modifications, mortgage payments, household expenses, and other costs associated with Brandon’s care and the well-being of his family.

Your generosity will make a meaningful difference in the lives of Brandon, Jill, and their children during this incredibly difficult journey. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this fundraiser and keeping their family in your thoughts and prayers.

Thank you for your kindness, compassion, support, and generosity.