Ellie is a beautiful and talented 10-year-old girl whose passion for singing and performing has touched many hearts. She has sung the National Anthem at large sports venues, including the San Antonio Rodeo in 2025, and regularly shares her gift at her church. Her joyful spirit and talent have always brought light to those around her.
Tragically, Ellie was recently involved in a devastating skiing accident that left her paralyzed. She is now in Denver Children's Hospital, where she remains on a ventilator and is working hard to regain strength. Her family, North Texas farmers and a nurse, have uprooted their lives to be by her side in Denver, facing the emotional and financial challenges of supporting her recovery far from home. While the Floydada community has rallied with local support, selling t-shirts and hats and helping to make their home wheelchair accessible, the costs of medical care, travel, and daily living are overwhelming and far exceed what the family can manage alone.
Your donation will help Ellie's family with immediate needs like housing and food in Denver, mounting medical bills, future equipment for Ellie's care, and daily living expenses. There will be many unexpected costs along the way, and your support can help ease the burden on this loving family. Please help support this amazing young girl and her family. Life's tragedies can be so unexpected and cruel, but with your warmth and generosity, we can bring hope and relief to Ellie and those who love her.
Tragically, Ellie was recently involved in a devastating skiing accident that left her paralyzed. She is now in Denver Children's Hospital, where she remains on a ventilator and is working hard to regain strength. Her family, North Texas farmers and a nurse, have uprooted their lives to be by her side in Denver, facing the emotional and financial challenges of supporting her recovery far from home. While the Floydada community has rallied with local support, selling t-shirts and hats and helping to make their home wheelchair accessible, the costs of medical care, travel, and daily living are overwhelming and far exceed what the family can manage alone.
Your donation will help Ellie's family with immediate needs like housing and food in Denver, mounting medical bills, future equipment for Ellie's care, and daily living expenses. There will be many unexpected costs along the way, and your support can help ease the burden on this loving family. Please help support this amazing young girl and her family. Life's tragedies can be so unexpected and cruel, but with your warmth and generosity, we can bring hope and relief to Ellie and those who love her.
Organizer and beneficiary
Jennifer Hanes
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