I'm starting this go fund me for a friend of mine who's children's father is in the hospital fighting for his life.  He was diagnosed with COVID-19 three weeks ago and now the doctors are saying he has a 50/50 chance.

Richard Daviau is a father of two beautiful girls. Sam age 17 and Lizzie age 13. He is a devoted father, family man, and business owner.  Richard is the owner of Damn Yankee's BBQ and loves his BBQ family. 

Richard is such a kind hearted man who always thinks of others before himself. He is dedicated in supporting Veterans and raising money along with many other charities.  

Richard has given so much to the community now it's our time to give back and help him and his family with this fight. All money raised will be given to Richards family to help with expenses and help with the care of his two girls. 

If you can help Richard and his family at all in this difficult time anything would be greatly appreciated. If not financially then please pass this information along so we can help find a plasma donor. 

So many have reached out to help and here's  the information you need to help find a match for a plasma donor:

* Qualifications to donate plasma
1. Must have had the COVID virus early January-February

2.It’s ok if you didn’t get tested if you believe you had it they will check you to see if you have antibodies.

3.Must have been symptom free for 28 days

4.If you’ve been pregnant you must be tested for HLA ... they will test you for this.

5. For Richard you must be (A+) blood type

6. Rich is not the only one who needs this if you meet the qualifications above please reach out to 

Lynne O'Hearn MT(ASCP)

Transfusion Safety Officer

Transfusion Medicine Service

Baystate Health

Telephone: [phone redacted]

[email redacted]