As some of you may know, earlier this year my mother, Sofia Duarte, was diagnosed with stage 3 colon and rectal cancer. We have been managing as much as possible but unfortunately, because of selective insurance coverage and reduced income from taking time off of work to care for her, we are facing financial hardship. This news came less than a year after my fathers passing, which our family still hasn’t recovered from emotionally or financially. Those of you who know my mother know she is a kind, loving, and compassionate person who will always put others before herself (even when it goes against her own well being). It’s difficult for me to ask but any amount of donation would be a blessing, and will help us cover hospital bills, housing, utilities, and food. Please help us support our mother so that she no longer has to worry about the cost of treatment, and can instead focus all of her energy towards her recovery.

Thank you for reading,

Marvin Duarte