Efrain Lopez Maldonado is known in our community as a dedicated referee in various leagues including NorCal Adult Soccer League and a caring friend. On November 19th, Efrain’s life changed in an instant when he was involved in a devastating car accident on his way to work. A semi-truck carrying an excavator struck his car on the freeway, leaving his vehicle totaled and Efrain unconscious at the scene. He was rushed to the hospital, where doctors discovered he had a broken leg, four broken ribs, severe facial trauma with the risk of losing his right eye, and chest injuries that led to a heart attack.
Since then, Efrain has undergone three major surgeries and has required strong medications, which have caused him to develop diabetes while in the hospital. He remains hospitalized and is expected to need at least six months to recover.
Efrain has always been healthy and active, bringing energy to every soccer match he referees. Now, he faces a long and difficult road to recovery, unable to work and provide for his family. The funds raised will go directly toward his hospital bills, rehabilitation, rent, and to support his loved ones who depend on him.
We are reaching out to our community and beyond to ask for your help. Efrain’s journey will be challenging, but with your support, we can ease the financial burden and give him hope as he heals. Any contribution, no matter the size, will make a meaningful difference. Thank you for standing with Efrain and his family during this incredibly difficult time.
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Efrain Lopez Maldonado es conocido en nuestra comunidad como un árbitro dedicado en varias ligas, incluyendo NorCal Adult Soccer League, y un amigo solidario. El 19 de noviembre, la vida de Efrain cambió en un instante cuando sufrió un devastador accidente automovilístico camino al trabajo. Un camión con remolque que transportaba una excavadora chocó contra su auto en la autopista, dejando su vehículo destruido y a Efrain inconsciente en el lugar. Fue trasladado de urgencia al hospital, donde los médicos descubrieron que tenía una pierna rota, cuatro costillas fracturadas, un trauma facial severo con riesgo de perder su ojo derecho y lesiones en el pecho que le provocaron un infarto.
Desde entonces, Efrain ha pasado por tres cirugías importantes y ha requerido medicamentos fuertes, lo que le ha causado desarrollar diabetes durante su hospitalización. Permanece hospitalizado y se espera que necesite al menos seis meses para recuperarse.
Efrain siempre ha sido una persona sana y activa, aportando energía a cada partido de fútbol que arbitra. Ahora enfrenta un largo y difícil camino hacia la recuperación, sin poder trabajar ni mantener a su familia. Los fondos recaudados se destinarán directamente a sus facturas hospitalarias, rehabilitación, renta y para apoyar a sus seres queridos que dependen de él.
Acudimos a nuestra comunidad y más allá para pedir su ayuda. El camino de Efrain será desafiante, pero con su apoyo podemos aliviar la carga financiera y darle esperanza mientras sana. Cualquier contribución, sin importar el tamaño, marcará una diferencia significativa. Gracias por apoyar a Efrain y su familia en este momento tan difícil.
Organizer and beneficiary
Efrain Lopez
Beneficiary