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Make the holidays special for a child in need. The holidays should be a time of joy and celebration, but for families with children facing the challenges of organ transplantation, it can also be a time of increased financial strain. That's where the Tree of Life comes in. This year, we're dedicated to supporting children who have received a life-saving organ transplant or are patiently waiting for one, while also facing significant financial hardship within their family.

MEET QUINN

Quinn was born with a severe congenital heart defect and has lived in the Cardiac ICU since birth. She relies on a Berlin Heart while waiting for a heart transplant. Her family is living apart, juggling hospital life, high medical costs, and caring for her twin sister.
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MEET JAKE

Jake was diagnosed with a rare liver disease, Biliary Atresia, and underwent a lifesaving liver transplant after months of medical complications. His family is facing extremely high rent and large medical-related debts.
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MEET SANAA

Sanaa is a courageous 4-year-old who received a lifesaving liver transplant and was also recently diagnosed with autism. Her single mom is out of work while caring for her full-time, leaving the family behind on rent and basic needs. Sanaa loves everything unicorn-themed and would be thrilled to receive the gymnastics Barbie, as she loved doing gymnastics before her transplant.
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MEET BENJAMIN

Benjamin was born with polycystic kidney disease and has endured a lifetime of surgeries, infections, and hospital stays. He received a kidney transplant in December 2023, but recent biopsies revealed severe damage, and another transplant is now inevitable. His family is overwhelmed by ongoing medical costs and time away from work. Benjamin would be thrilled to receive a unique “kidney anniversary” congratulation for his upcoming 2nd kidney anniversary, as well as a nice water bottle.
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MEET FAITH

Faith is a bright young girl recovering from a lifesaving transplant. Her family has been overwhelmed by medical bills, travel costs, and time away from work to care for her. Help this holiday season would ease their financial strain and bring comfort during her long healing journey. She absolutely loves all things Barbie and enjoys creating her own Barbie Dreamhouse out of her imagination, playing with it every day. She would also be thrilled to receive an ATM piggy bank toy.
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MEET ZOE

Zoe is bravely fighting HLHS, a severe heart condition, and is waiting for a lifesaving heart transplant. Her family has spent months far from home so she can receive the care she needs. Support would help ease the financial burden and allow them to focus on Zoe’s healing and hope for a new heart.
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MEET CALLIE

Callie was diagnosed with biliary atresia at 6 weeks old, and by 3 months her liver was in complete failure. A lifesaving transplant saved her life, but the medical costs destroyed her family’s stability. They lost their home and spent two years without stable housing.
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MEET SAMUEL

Samuel was born at 22 weeks and has survived liver cancer, months of chemotherapy, major surgeries, and a recent partial liver transplant after his cancer returned. His family is now homeless and living in an extended-stay hotel while struggling with food, transportation, and the overwhelming costs of his ongoing medical care.
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MEET MATEUS

Mateus was just 2½ when he was diagnosed with advanced liver cancer that had spread to his lungs. Chemotherapy failed, leaving a transplant as his only hope. Since January, he hasn’t gone more than two weeks without hospitalization. The constant medical care has pushed his family deep into debt, with no relief in sight.
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MEET HANNAH

Hannah inherited the same deadly heart condition that nearly killed her brother. After two years on the transplant waitlist — nine months of them in the ICU and surviving three cardiac arrests — she finally received her new heart. But years of crisis have drained her family’s savings, leaving them living paycheck to paycheck.
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MEET ZAINE

Zaine has battled PFIC1 — a rare, painful liver disease — for all 16 years of his life. After losing both his father and grandfather, he now lives with his grandmother, who is struggling to afford his medical costs. He’s missed critical appointments, isn’t in school, and spends most days isolated in his room, afraid he won’t live long enough to see the world beyond it.
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MEET BRYANNA

At just 10, Bryanna has had to manage her own medical care after she and her younger sister saved their mom’s life with CPR, leaving their mom hospitalized for an extended period. Her mom is still recovering and unable to work, and the family relies on expensive ride-shares and delivery services just to get by.
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MEET WYATT

Born at 26 weeks and weighing just 1 lb 9 oz, Wyatt has already faced immense challenges. This year, he was diagnosed with advanced liver cancer, survived sepsis and a month in the PICU, and continues chemotherapy while on a trach and ventilator. His family struggles to afford transportation to all of his medical appointments because they have no reliable vehicle.
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