Support Ricco's Recovery from Cancer

Help Ricco Recover from Kidney Cancer

Hi, my name is Jeff Winterhart and I’m organizing this fundraiser on behalf of my friend and neighbor, Ricco. You may know him as Richard, Kollah, Choo, or simply Jimi. He's a long-time Jimi Hendrix impersonator who has been able to channel Hendrix’s spirit and bring joy to thousands of people for many years. But beyond that, Ricco is an incredibly bright and warm person, who is always ready to share a laugh and help those around him.

Recently Ricco was diagnosed with kidney cancer, a battle he’s been facing with incredible strength and positivity. He underwent surgery to have the cancer removed, and while we’re all grateful for a successful procedure, the road to recovery comes with challenges—physically, emotionally, and financially.

Why Your Help Matters

Ricco is currently recovering at home, focusing on healing, but medical bills and day-to-day expenses are piling up. While he’s taking the necessary time to regain his strength, we want to ease the burden so he can focus on getting well.

The funds raised will go directly to Ricco to assist with medical expenses from the surgery and other recovery related needs.

How You Can Help

Every donation, no matter the size, will make a huge difference in Ricco’s recovery. If you’re unable to give, sharing this fundraiser with your friends, family, and community will go a long way in spreading the word. I also recently recorded an interview with Ricco in which he tells stories about his life and his time being Jimi:

https://open.spotify.com/episode/381c8I6EnXcEk6khaDU4ki

Listening to and sharing this interview is another way you can help to support Ricco.

He has also requested for anyone who has ever taken a picture with him to please share it! You can use the contact button below to send it, and I will pass it along to Ricco. Let him know when and where it was taken as he has traveled so much and taken so many photos over the years. He would love to hear your story!

Let’s come together to support Ricco, just as he has spent years sharing his talent and kindness with so many. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for any support you can give!