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Help Eric Fight Polycystic Kidney Disease & Be There for His Girls

Hi, my name is Eric Campbell. I’m 35 years old, a father to three beautiful daughters (ages 1, 2, and 11), and I’m facing the hardest battle of my life.

I have polycystic kidney disease (PKD), a genetic condition that has led to kidney failure, putting a severe strain on my heart. In addition to PKD, I also have congestive heart failure, which makes this fight even tougher. I go to dialysis three times a week just to stay alive, but I need at least one new kidney to have a real chance at life. There’s no cure for PKD, and while treatments can slow its progression, my health is declining fast.

My biggest fear is not for myself—it’s for my daughters. I want to be there to watch them grow up, to see them go to school, to walk them down the aisle someday. To teach them about life, love, and the Lord. But I’m scared that this disease will take me from them too soon.

A Family History of Heartbreak

This disease has already claimed so much from me and my family. My father passed away from PKD when I was just 10 years old, and my older brother lost his life to it too. I know what it’s like to grow up without a father, to feel that emptiness and pain every single day. When I look at my girls’ faces, I can’t help but think about the future—they deserve a dad who’s there to hold their hands, wipe their tears, and cheer them on in every moment of their lives. I can’t let this disease take me from them like it took my dad from me. They are my reason to fight, my reason to keep hoping, and my reason to ask for your help.

As a man, I’ve always prided myself on standing on my own two feet, working hard, and providing for my family. So please understand how humbling it is for me to even be in this position, asking for help. This goes against my own code, but I know that my love for my daughters is far greater than my pride. It’s not easy for me to do this, but I’m putting my faith in God and in the kindness of others to help me give my girls the future they deserve.

My Health Journey

When I was 22, I was diagnosed with heart failure caused by a virus. I spent 33 days in the ICU after being misdiagnosed three times. By God’s grace, I made it through that challenge, but now my heart and kidneys are failing me again.

Because of my health, I lost a stable job and now deliver food to provide for my family. But between hospital visits and dialysis, it’s hard to keep up. The stress of it all—on my body, my mind, and my spirit—is overwhelming. My daughters are my world, and I’m determined to be the best father I can be for them, but I need help.

How You Can Help

I’m reaching out to ask for your support as I face this uphill battle. Funds raised will go toward:

• Medical bills and transplant-related costs

• Support for my daughters during this tough time

• Basic living expenses while I’m unable to work consistently

Every donation, no matter how small, makes a huge difference. Your kindness will not only help me fight this disease but also give my girls the father they deserve.

My Promise

I’m holding on to hope and putting my faith in God to carry me through this. Your generosity is a reminder that we’re never alone in our struggles. Thank you for standing with me and my family during this time.

Please Donate or Share

If you’re unable to donate, please share my story with others. Your prayers, encouragement, and support mean the world to us.