Christian McKinney is a bright and caring 10-year-old 4th grade student at AK Suter Elementary School in Pensacola, FL. While trying to protect his brother from being bullied at a local park, Christian was attacked by a 17-year-old and endured unimaginable trauma. Despite these terrifying events, Christian remains a good kid who loves school, and his siblings continue to participate in local sports, trying to hold onto a sense of normalcy.

who has recently endured unimaginable trauma. While trying to protect his younger brother from being bullied at a local park, Christian was attacked by a 17-year-old. The first assault left him needing stitches after being struck with a pipe, and the most recent incident required emergency head treatment and a spinal tap after he was body-slammed onto concrete. Despite these terrifying events, Christian remains a good kid who loves school, and his siblings continue to participate in local sports, trying to hold onto a sense of normalcy.

The family’s ordeal didn’t end with the attacks. The 17-year-old assailant even attempted to force his way into their home, leaving Christian and his siblings living in constant fear. Christian now checks every window and door before bed, and their single mother of four has been desperately trying to relocate them to a safer neighborhood. Unfortunately, housing authorities have not provided a better option, and the family feels let down by the system meant to protect them. The attacker is awaiting trial, but the family’s need for safety and justice is urgent.

We are reaching out with heavy hearts today to ask for your help for Christian. He has recently been hospitalized due to a severe incident of bullying, and he’s now focused on healing both physically, emotionally, and mentally. Your contribution, no matter how small, will make a difference showing him he’s not in this alone. We appreciate your kindness, generosity, and prayers as the family navigates through this challenging journey.