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Help Kerry & Matty Matich Fight Cancer

$53,790 of $100,000 goal
Given by 153 generous donors in around 12 months

Help Kerry & Matty Matich Fight Cancer

Nationwide

We are reaching out on behalf of our beautiful friends, Kerry and Matty Matich, who are currently undergoing treatment for cancer. Kerry, who recently retired from a lifetime of teaching, most recently with children with intellectual disabilities, has been bravely battling kidney cancer for the past two years. Matty, her loving partner, has also recently been diagnosed with bowel and prostate cancer.

Kerry's unwavering commitment to making a difference in the lives of her students, many with extreme challenges, has been inspiring. Matty has been her rock, providing constant support and care throughout her cancer journey.

Kerry and Matty are private people and wouldn’t ask for help themselves. They have been shouldering many expenses for the past two years. Currently they are out of pocket $9000 monthly for oral medications alone (Kerry currently takes Lenvatinib and Matty will be taking Abiraterone).

Our goal is to initially raise money to help cover their medical expenses, travel costs, and other expenses (such as MRI/PET and specialist costs). Your donation, no matter how big or small, will make a meaningful difference. It will provide them with financial support they need to continue their treatment without added stress.

With heartfelt gratitude,

Lynette Preston and Friends of Kerry and Matty Matich

If you're unable to contribute financially, please consider sharing this campaign with your network to help spread the word and increase awareness.

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To help cover their medical expenses, travel costs, and other expenses

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Thanks for the Support  20 March 2024

It has been a nearly a year now since we set out on this journey with Kerry and Matty, while we've made significant progress, we still have ground to cover in reaching our goal.

The latest update on Kerry's treatment shows promising signs with her medications, but she continues to face challenges with her health, including weight loss and gastrointestinal issues. Presently she is receiving intravenous fluids regularly and this week she is prepping for a Colonoscopy and Endoscopy.Let's keep her in our thoughts as she undergoes further tests and treatments.

As for Matty, he's encountered setbacks with his prostate chemo pills, requiring adjustments in dosage and increased costs. Additionally, the discovery of his thyroid issue , his thyroid is growing into his oesophagus ,which adds another layer of complexity to his treatment plan. Your continued support is invaluable as they navigate these hurdles.

Please spread the word about our Give a little page far and wide. Share updates on social media, reach out to friends, family, and colleagues, and let them know how they can join us in making a difference. Together, we can provide Kerry and Matty with the support and resources they need to continue fighting their battles with courage and determination. Thank you for being a beacon of hope in their lives.

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Latest donations

Beth
Beth on 27 Mar 2024
Praying healing and blessing on you both. Much love Beth
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Kim
Kim on 22 Mar 2024
Best wishes you two. Sending strength and good wishes
$200
Sally
Sally on 21 Mar 2024
Sending Love and thoughts to you. Sally oxox
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Private Donor
Private Donor on 21 Mar 2024
$500
Mara
Mara on 20 Mar 2024
$100

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This campaign started on 18 Apr 2023 and ended on 17 Apr 2024.