Our dear friend and neighbor, Zach Smith, has recently received devastating news: he has been diagnosed with metastatic melanoma that has spread throughout his body. This diagnosis has turned his world upside down, but Zach is facing it with incredible courage and strength.

In hopes of receiving the best care possible, Zach is now traveling to Memorial Sloan Kettering in New York City for specialized treatment. These treatments, along with travel, lodging, and other out-of-pocket expenses, are placing a heavy financial burden on him and his family.

Anyone who knows Zach knows he is the first to step up when someone is in need. Whether it was a friend, a neighbor, or even a stranger, he has always been the kind of person to lend a hand, offer support, and put others before himself. Now, it's our turn to give back.

This GoFundMe has been set up to help ease the financial strain and allow Zach to focus entirely on what matters most—his healing and his fight against this disease. Every donation, no matter how small, will make a difference. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this campaign and keeping Zach in your thoughts and prayers.

Let’s rally around Zach the way he’s always rallied around others.

With gratitude,

Kristina Manchester