Dear Friends and Family,

Mel and Steve are facing an incredibly difficult journey. Just one week before Christmas, Steve was diagnosed with stage 3 rectal cancer. He has begun an aggressive treatment plan that includes chemotherapy and radiation.

While the doctors are hopeful for a positive outcome, the road ahead will be challenging.

To support Mel and Steve during this time, we’re asking for your help. Mel continues to work while also caring for Steve and their two young daughters. Our goal is to ease their burden by providing Mel with the flexibility to be by Steve’s side as he navigates his treatment and recovery.

Any contribution, no matter how small, will make a meaningful difference and allow Mel and Steve to focus on what matters most—each other and their family.

Thank you so much for your support during this difficult time. From the bottom of our hearts, we deeply appreciate every donation, share, and message of encouragement. Our family is incredibly grateful for the love and kindness that has been shown. Together, we can make a meaningful difference for our dear cousin, who means the world to us.

With gratitude,

The Stephenson family

On behalf of Mel, Steve, and their family