Update on my friend Sal - who needs to raise $10,000 for his heart/lung transplant.
A little over a week ago, I wrote this Tumblr post asking for anyone and everyone who could afford to make a donation that will literally help save the life of someone I care about.
When I posted it the donation page had only been up for about 3 days, and the balance was at 0. The totals are only updated weekly, but this week it jumped from 0 to $3,000. In one week, $3,000 was raised. Sal’s friends and family have been passing the word on as much as they can. But I’m pretty sure, a lot of those donations came from people on Tumblr. With over 200 notes, I was so touched by how everyone jumped on board with spreading the word even if they couldn’t donate. If every follower I had donated $1 Sal’s surgery would be paid for and then some. Obviously I don’t think every follower will/can donate $1, but I do think even the smallest of donations can be powerful.
I hope you will help me continue spreading the word about Sal and donating if you can. Sal’s in a band, and one of the venues they played with are allowing them to do a benefit for them. Pooped, who I’ve never even met, convinced a small business owner to do a raffle with the funds going to Sal and has also been sharing the information with her family and friends via facebook. You never know what might happen when you pass Sal’s story along. I’d love to see the number jump again next week and to continue to blow Sal and his family away.
Sal posted the following to his facebook this week:
I’m not one to ask for much. I’m mostly a “giver.” I love to help my friends and family out whenever possible. Unfortunately, at this time, I do need to ask YOU for help. If you can please click on the link below and share, I would be forever grateful. I would like to reach out to as many people as I can. Also, if you can donate any amount that fits your budget at this time, that will be much appreciated.
Thanks to those that have donated and showed their love and support. I CANNOT Thank You enough!!! It’s been a difficult, emotional journey so far for myself and my family. But knowing that there are such great people in this world that really do care, it puts a smile on my face and makes me realize that I am a very lucky individual.”
—-Additionally, if anyone is having any trouble with the link or have any questions relating to the billing or donations please contact HelpHOPELive at 800.642.8399. Thank you so much!
