To me, receiving a kidney from a living donor epitomizes #thankyou in the purest form. It’s a thank you to someone brave enough to help another person thrive. It’s a thank you for more time with loved ones, for future memories not yet made, and for the chance to feel healthy again.
Eric has been living with kidney disease since he was just 11 years old. Over the years, he’s faced unimaginable challenges — not one, but two kidney transplants that ultimately failed. Now, he’s back on dialysis, which takes up 25–30 hours of his week. It leaves him exhausted, but it hasn’t taken away his spirit or his hope.
Living kidney donation is safe, and the vast majority of donors go on to lead long, healthy lives. In fact, many kidney donors have said they would donate again if they could. After donating, the remaining kidney adapts and grows in size to take over the work of both kidneys. The body is remarkable in its ability to adjust, and donors often report feeling just as healthy as they did before.
The hardest part of my journey has been the constant uncertainty. I’ve been living with FSGS for most of my life, and while I’m incredibly thankful for the two kidney transplants I’ve had, I find myself back in need once again. The waiting game is never easy, especially knowing that the longer I wait, the worse my health will get.
Living with FSGS and kidney disease has been a long journey for me. Since I was 11, I’ve battled high blood pressure, migraines, and extreme fatigue, which eventually led to kidney failure. I’ve been through multiple transplants, and today, I find myself on home hemodialysis five days a week. The exhaustion and stress are overwhelming, and my day-to-day life has been drastically impacted. But despite everything, I remain hopeful. Why? Because there are incredible people out there willing to step forward and help.
I’m advocating for Eric, someone who means the absolute world to me. Eric is in urgent need of a living kidney donor, and I want to do everything in my power to help him get the life-saving transplant he so desperately needs.
The gift of a kidney from a living donor is more than just a medical solution; it’s a chance to reclaim my life for years to come. With a healthy kidney, I could feel restored and able to live life more fully. If you’re considering becoming a donor, this gift of time, health, and energy could make all the difference.
Right now, I’m searching for someone who can give me the greatest gift—the chance for a healthier future.
I can’t thank you all enough for spreading the word about my need for a living kidney donor. Your kindness and support mean everything to me. A special thank you to those who have stepped forward—you have no idea how much it means just to know you’re considering this incredible act of generosity.
