My husband Craig, who is just 46 years old, was recently diagnosed with stage 4 colon cancer. Our world changed overnight. I am currently out of work so I can care for him and our special needs daughter, Isabella. With no income coming in until Craig is stable, we are struggling to keep up with our monthly bills and daily needs.

The funds raised will help us cover the basics—gas for getting to treatments, food for our family, and all the everyday essentials that come with a cancer journey. We are also facing mortgage payments, utility bills, and the cost of keeping our phone connected so we can stay in touch with doctors and loved ones. Every bit of support will help us focus on Craig’s health and caring for Isabella during this incredibly difficult time.

I want to encourage you to support colon cancer research and help Craig and me as we face this journey. He is just 46 and only has a 50 percent chance of making it with treatments. Your kindness and generosity would mean the world to us. Please consider helping our family as we navigate this challenging road. Thank you for your support.