<div>I am organizing some support for a dear friend of mine and her son. Recently, he was beaten for hours at a high school party by multiple people. They took money from his wallet and paid each other with it to take turns hitting him, took his shoes, filmed him being beaten, choked, kicked, and thrown. The videos are sickening and gut wrenching. Not only was this horrific, but the adults involved did not step in and try to stop it. This adult individual then dropped him off in his mom's driveway and left.
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<div>When he was young, he was in a car accident and suffered a traumatic brain injury that lead to a coma. This easily could have killed him. Praise God he is still with us!
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<div>This young man suffered a trauma to his lung, injuries to his nose and jaw, and broken teeth.
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<div>If you can help in any way, it would be so appreciated. She expressed to me she could use help with attorney fees, more scans on his brain, medical expenses from his initial trip to the hospital, dental expenses for a new tooth, and she is hoping to get him in hyperbaric oxygen therapy.
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<div>Thank you for your support and taking the time to read this! We all have to work together to make a difference in this world. I left out names and full details out of respect for my friend and her family. I also left out names of the individuals involved as it is an ongoing investigation.
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<div>Neeka is an 11-year-old girl critically injured in the August 17 RV crash on Teton Pass. What began as the worst night of her family’s life has now become a fight for her recovery.
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<div>First, we are overwhelmed by the love people have shown Neeka and Michelle. Every donation, share, message, and prayer has meant more than we can express.
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<div>When we started this fundraiser, we were still trying to comprehend what had happened. We now know that Neeka’s road to recovery will be much longer and more complicated than we initially understood.
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<div>After the crash, Neeka was Life Flighted twice and remains hospitalized in Salt Lake City under the care of a team of specialists. She has undergone major surgery for injuries sustained in the crash, including a broken leg, injuries to her spleen and other internal injuries, as well as additional broken bones. She continues to receive intensive treatment for her injuries and the complications that have followed.
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<div>Her recovery has already brought frightening setbacks alongside hopeful steps forward. Some days have brought progress. Others have reminded us just how much her body has been through. Right now, her family is taking things one day, and sometimes one hour, at a time.
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<div>They don’t know exactly what the coming weeks and months will look like. They only know that Neeka has a long road of healing and rehabilitation ahead of her.
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<div>At Michelle’s request, we will continue to protect Neeka’s privacy and won’t share every detail of her medical condition publicly. What we can share is that this incredibly strong 11-year-old has survived something unimaginable, and she is still fighting through an incredibly difficult recovery.
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<div>As the reality of that journey has become clearer, we’ve increased our fundraising goal.
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<div>Two emergency Life Flights, surgeries, an extended hospitalization, future rehabilitation and medical care, travel between Idaho and Utah, lodging, meals, time away from work, and countless unexpected expenses are adding up quickly. And right now, there is no way to know exactly what Neeka’s recovery will require in the months ahead.
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<div>Our goal is simple: give Michelle the ability to stay focused on her daughter instead of worrying about how she will pay for everything that comes next.
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<div>If you’ve already donated, thank you. Truly. Your support is helping this family through a situation they never could have prepared for.
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<div>If you aren’t able to donate, sharing Neeka’s story is incredibly valuable. Every share helps more people learn about the brave little girl behind the news reports about the Teton Pass crash.
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<div>We will continue sharing updates here as Neeka reaches new milestones, while protecting the parts of her story that deserve to remain hers.
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<div>Keep fighting, Neeka. You have an entire community behind you. ❤️
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 Jennie, has always been the heart of our family. Caring for her loved ones with unwavering strength and compassion. Recently, <strong>she was diagnosed with stage IV esophageal cancer, following her previous battle with colon cancer.</strong> Despite her own health challenges, Jennie continues to care for her elderly mother, who is living with dementia. The demands of chemotherapy, scans, and countless appointments have been overwhelming, both emotionally and financially.
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 Many people don’t realize the hidden costs that come with cancer treatment. Beyond medical bills, there are expenses for vitamins, supportive care items, and everyday necessities that quickly add up. Jennie’s resilience shines through as she manages these challenges, but the financial strain is immense. Our family is doing everything we can, but we need help to ensure Jennie receives the care she needs while also supporting her mother.
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 <strong>Donations to this fundraiser will go directly toward medical bills, caregiving support, over-the-counter medicine, meals for the family, travel to and from Missoula for treatment, cleaning care, and care for Jennie’s mother.</strong> Every contribution, big or small, will make a meaningful difference in Jennie’s life and help her focus on healing. Thank you for helping Jennie through this time in her life. You showed up before, and we’re here to support the most selfless person again with open arms. #strongerthanyouthink
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<div>As many of you know, just weeks after having ACL surgery, our friend <strong>Jesse</strong> was in a tragic four-wheeler accident while branding on May 3rd. While driving back down to the barn from lunch, the end of one of the ropes Jesse was carrying over his shoulder became wrapped around the driveline, instantly wrapping and pinning his arm and hand to the bottom of the four-wheeler. Luckily, friends and family were close behind to help cut the ropes and free his arm. He had obvious, significant injuries to his wrist and hand, and he was rushed to the emergency room in Ronan by his brother, Roy. Once there, they were able to reduce his dislocated wrist but were unable to restore blood flow to his hand due to the extensive damage done to the arteries. Jesse was LifeFlighted to Harbor View Medical Center in Seattle to undergo emergent surgery to save his hand. Surgery involved vascular repairs to restore blood supply, a plate and several screws to stabilize his wrist, and skin grafts to repair the many rope burns. Thankfully, surgery was successful, but Jesse remained admitted at Harbor View for 4 more days to ensure blood supply remained adequate to his hand. On Thursday, May 8th, he was able to return home to begin the recovery process. With many more office visits, surgeries, trips back to Seattle for follow-up with vascular surgeons, and extensive physical therapy to come, this will be a long recovery process, but we know Jesse is up to the challenge. <strong>All donations will go directly to Jesse and his family to ease the financial burden of medical and living expenses as well as travel costs while he takes this much-needed time to rest and recover so he can get back to doing what he loves.</strong>
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