Meet our grant recipients

Born with complex congenital heart disease, Mikey has faced multiple open-heart surgeries and life-threatening complications since his first days of life. Fund a Life stepped in with a grant to help ease the overwhelming financial strain as his family continues caring for him through ongoing medical challenges.

After a devastating car accident left Ryan with severe injuries and unable to work, his family was suddenly faced with mounting medical needs and the loss of their primary income. Fund a Life provided a grant to help Ryan, his wife Ashley, and their three children stay afloat during an incredibly difficult season of recovery.

Damaya was born with a congenital heart defect and later diagnosed with the rare condition Holt-Oram syndrome. After undergoing open-heart surgery and facing ongoing complications, her family has been navigating constant hospital visits and financial strain. Fund a Life provided a grant to help ease everyday expenses while her parents focus on Damaya’s care and recovery.

At just five years old, Bennett is courageously battling cancer while his family navigates the emotional and financial strain of constant treatments and hospital visits. Fund a Life provided a grant to help ease the burden, giving Bennett’s family the stability and peace of mind they need to focus on his fight and their time together.

After a routine knee replacement led to the rare complication of femoral nerve palsy, Lauren was left facing severe pain, limited mobility, and an uncertain recovery. Fund a Life provided a grant to help ease the financial strain while she focuses on healing after a lifetime spent serving and supporting her community.

Born with multiple complex heart conditions and a rare genetic disorder, Beau has faced life-threatening medical challenges since his first days of life. Fund a Life provided a grant to help ease the financial strain on his parents so they can focus on caring for Beau and cherishing every moment together.

A devoted oncology nurse and single mother, Kristina now faces her own undiagnosed illness with overwhelming medical costs. Fund a Life stepped in with a $10,000 grant to help ease her burden.

Becca and Myles are raising three children, two of whom live with the rare disease Friedreich’s Ataxia. Our grant supported critical home renovations to make life more accessible for Arlee and Abel.

At just five years old, Sawyer was diagnosed with leukemia and spent what would have been his first day of kindergarten in chemotherapy instead. Fund a Life provided a $10,000 grant to support his family during his ongoing fight.

Diagnosed with ALS at 23, Robert and his young family received a $10,000 grant that made accessible transportation possible during his decline.

Brock bravely battled multiple cancers from age six until his passing at just ten years old. Fund a Life helped his family with a $10,000 grant during his treatment journey.

With one of our largest gifts, we provided the Prout family with a wheelchair-accessible van, giving them independence and the ability to reach critical medical care.

A mother of four fighting aggressive breast cancer, Amanda has received annual Fund a Life grants since 2020 to help support her through ongoing treatments.

Battling cancer for more than a decade, Violet used her $5,000 grant to keep her family afloat during a life-threatening hospitalization.

After losing their daughter Hannah to DIPG, the Williams family was supported with a $10,000 grant to ease financial pressures during unimaginable grief.

A lifelong firefighter battling pancreatic cancer, Steve and his family received a $5,000 grant to cover care and household needs during treatment.

Facing financial hardship during cancer treatment, Bonnie found hope and healing with help from a Fund a Life grant and later celebrated her recovery with us in person.

After losing their home to fire just months after buying a local pizzeria, the Graves family received an $8,000 grant to help them rebuild stability.

Our grant helped the Welsers cover vital but uncovered expenses, from replacing flooring at home to traveling to UCLA for their daughter’s care.

Born with a rare birth defect, baby Charleigh’s fight inspired our community. A $10,000 grant provided her family with much-needed relief and hope.

At just six years old, Elouise began treatment for leukemia in 2024. Fund a Life awarded her family a $10,000 grant to help them through the long road ahead.