Help Us Support Marcos Vinícius ❤️

During a family vacation in Rio de Janeiro this morning, my 15-year-old nephew, Marcos Vinícius, suffered a severe seizure at our home. He is now in critical condition at Hospital Glória D’Or, fighting for his life. We are holding onto hope and praying for his recovery.

Marcos is receiving emergency care at a private hospital, which is providing the specialized treatment he urgently needs. However, the medical expenses are overwhelming, and his family cannot cover the unexpected costs on their own.

He must remain in the ICU for three days before he can be transferred to a children’s hospital for continued care. This is an unimaginable situation for our family, but we are determined to do everything possible to ensure Marcos gets the treatment he needs to recover.

Marcos is a bright, kind, and energetic 15-year-old with so many dreams ahead of him. We are asking for your prayers, positive thoughts, and, if possible, financial support.

Any contribution—whether a donation or sharing this message—can make a world of difference for Marcos and my Brazilian family. Your generosity will go directly to his recovery.

Humbly, thank you from the bottom of our hearts. Together, we can help Marcos Vinícius through this challenging time.

❤️

Frankie + Jefferson

And the Santiago family