Kim Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Timothy Kim (11) is a boy from La Habra, California. Diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy at a young age, Timothy requires 24/7 care from his parents, Elizabeth and John. Duchenne is a progressive neuromuscular disorder that causes a loss of motor, pulmonary, and cardiac function. Timothy requires full assistance with […]
Kimble Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van DJ Kimble is 41 years old and lives in West Virginia. He was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, a genetic disorder characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness, at the age of two. “It has taken away just about every ability I have ever had, including my ability to […]
Fialkowski Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Jacob Fialkowski is 16 years old and was diagnosed with Duchenne at the age of 8. He has two sisters, Isabel (18) and Erica (26), a niece named Avalyn (5), and his mom, Jackie. Jacob’s dad passed away last year from liver cancer. They have three dogs named James, Max, […]
Jacobus Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Carlito is a young man from Roanoke, Virginia. He is the oldest of four children. His family describes him as sweet, genuine, and bright. He loves all Marvel characters, movies, and talking about weather. Carlito was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy right before his third birthday, but he has not […]
Casals Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Meet Alex and his family! Alex’s family and closest friends call him “Ale.” His immediate family consists of his older brother – who is one year older – his mom, dad, and a new addition to the family, his puppy Rollo. “Rollo has had an unimaginable, positive- emotional effect on […]
Fritz Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Meet brothers Jake and Ryan Fritz! Jake (18) and Ryan (15) live with their parents, Lauren and John, two cats, Mac and Millie, service dog, Saki and spiny-tailed lizard, Draco. “Our family learned when Jake was five and Ryan was almost two that our boys had Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a […]
Mooring Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Meet Arian! Arian is a 12-year-old boy from Goldsboro, North Carolina. He lives with his grandparents (Mema and Pa), and his younger brother Slayden. Arian’s family found out that he was diagnosed with Duchenne muscular dystrophy when he was 16 months old. Arian’s grandparents didn’t expect to be raising bonus […]
Redding Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van “Duchenne muscular dystrophy was very familiar while growing up in my household, as my two older brothers fell victim to the condition,” says Darren’s mom Amanda. “I assisted my parents and observed the ‘ups and downs’ while they cared for Warren and Ryan, unwittingly knowing this would prepare me for […]
Yniquez Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Meet Donnie! Donnie is a 15-year-old sophomore in high school. Like many teenage boys, he loves hanging out with friends and his six siblings, who are all able bodied. His favorite passions are anime and video games. Donnie also enjoys the outdoors and wildlife. When he was initially diagnosed with […]
Simpson Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Hello from the Simpson family! Their family consists of Andrew (14), Heather (single mother and Andrew’s caregiver), and their three dogs: Moose, Pearl (Bernese Mountain dogs), and Daisy (Border Collie). “Duchenne has taken away his ability to walk and continues to deteriorate all of the muscle systems that make up […]
Robinson Family
Fundraising for an Accessible Van Meet Tobias and Jedediah – two brothers with names as unique as the diagnosis they share, Duchenne muscular dystrophy. Tobias is a shy, funny, and loving 9-year-old boy who adores animals. His brother, Jedediah, also known as Jedi (pronounced Jed-E), is an outgoing and creative 6-year-old. The two brothers live […]
