Support James’ Heart Transplant Journey

We are creating this GoFundMe on behalf of our dear friend, Demi (Dyson) Leeson & her husband, Eric Leeson, to help cover expenses during their 3-year-old son, James’, heart transplant journey at Dell Children’s Hospital in Austin.

On January 7, 2025, James underwent heart surgery for a Berlin heart, a device to help squeeze his heart to circulate his blood while he waits for a new heart on the heart transplant list. The expected wait time for a new heart is 6-8 months. James will remain in the hospital for the entirety of this wait.

James is a healthy, bubbly 3-year-old boy with a love for balloons and fishing, but on December 29, 2024, he was rushed to the hospital with heart failure. This was completely unexpected and has blindsided everyone as he had been perfectly healthy just days prior with no heart or health concerns. He was Care-flighted to Dell Children’s in Austin and has already undergone emergency surgery, extensive treatment (ECMO), X-rays, tests, and around-the-clock care. Doctors have shared that James’ treatment will be a marathon, not a sprint. While this life-saving care is a tremendous blessing, we’re asking at this time that you donate any amount you can to help cover medical expenses for this precious boy.

Ways to help:

Donate: Any financial contribution, large or small, will go directly towards James’ hospital care and treatment. You can also donate via Venmo or Cash App.

Venmo: @Demi-Dyson

Cash App: $DemiLeeson

Share James’ Story: Simply sharing his story with your network can help reach more people.

Pray: We believe in the power of prayer. We continue to ask for prayers. Please pray for healing, strength, comfort, and resilience for James and his family, as well as prayers for the diligent hospital staff.

Please read updates on the Go Fund Me Page below to hear latest updates on surgeries, healing, and rehab. Keep fighting James!