
Support Darik's Fight Against Stage 4 Cancer
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Help Darik Fight Stage 4 Prostate Cancer
As many of you know, our dear friend Darik has been battling stage 4 prostate cancer for the past four years. Against the odds, he’s made it to year five—an incredible milestone, as only 30% of patients with this diagnosis reach this point.
Now, he’s facing a new fight—one that could give him not just more time, but more life. But he needs our help.
A New Trial, A New Hope
In January, Darik was chosen for an experimental trial using a cutting-edge tumor-activated T-cell engager, one of the latest advances in immunotherapy. This treatment comes with serious risks—grueling side effects, long hospital stays, and no guarantees. But the potential reward—more time to live, love, and make memories—makes it worth the fight.
His doctors say he’s the perfect candidate for this trial, and that gives him hope. But with new options come new challenges, and one of those is financial.
Why We Need Your Help
Undergoing this trial means stepping away from work, canceling gigs, and bracing for a tough recovery. While he’s ready to fight, we want to make sure he can focus on healing without the added stress of medical bills and lost income.
Behind every fighter is a warrior, and for Darik, that’s his wife, Michele. She balances work, finances, and caregiving while carrying the weight of it all—yet never falters. Every single day, she shows up with love, strength, and unwavering devotion.
Darik and Michele’s two kids are also carrying a quiet, often unspoken weight—the fear of the unknown, the ache of seeing their dad in pain, the wish for things to go back to how they were. Through their laughter, love, and quiet strength, they remind their dad why this fight is worth everything.
Darik has always shown up for others—with his music, his humor, and his unbreakable spirit. Now, it’s our turn to show up for him. Every donation, no matter how big or small, will help cover medical expenses, travel costs, and everyday needs during this critical time.
How You Can Help
1. Donate – Any amount helps. Seriously. Every dollar makes a difference.
2. Share – Spread the word. The more people who see this, the more support we can rally.
3. Send Love & Encouragement – Words of support mean the world. Leave a message, send a text, or post a comment.
One More Bracelet, One More Year
Darik is looking forward to adding another survivor bracelet to his wrist this the end of this year. Let’s make sure he gets there. Let’s stand beside him in this fight—just as he’s fighting for every moment with his family.
Thank you for your love, generosity, and support.
With gratitude,
Fred Dotson
Organizer and beneficiary
Fred Dotson
Organizer
Watertown, CT
Darik Pearson
Beneficiary