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Ellie Cooper was born following a devastating loss for her family. Now 3 years old, Ellie lives with cerebral palsy and other rare diagnoses. Ellie’s family needs a wheelchair van to continue to transport their precious “rainbow baby” safely around Boonton and beyond—a cost insurance will not cover.

On May 23, 2026, the community will gather to walk, run, roll, and enjoy the 5th Annual Rally for Rebecca 5K Walk-Run-Roll and Fun Run at Plainview Old Bethpage Middle School. Supported by the Plainview Water District and Family Bagels as well as enthusiastic volunteers, the event will raise critical funds for the nonprofit Help Hope Live in honor of Rebecca Koltun.

Ashley Clifford was just 16 years old when a sudden diagnosis changed the course of her life. Over the past 2 months, a medical fundraising campaign with the nonprofit Help Hope Live has raised over $1,700 in Ashley’s honor to assist with the out-of-pocket medical costs related to her diagnosis.

Angel Becton experienced her first stroke before turning 40. Now 51, she’s endured more medical hardships than many people experience over a lifetime. A shining light of faith to those around her, Angel is now in need of help from the community to fund medical care following the loss of her Medicaid in 2025.

On Sunday, May 3, run or walk for a good cause at the first Jovita Strong 5K event at Tukwila Community Center to benefit the nonprofit Help Hope Live in honor of Jovita McConnell. Jovita experienced a life-altering aneurysm and coma in April 2025. Fundraising efforts will help fuel her ongoing rehabilitation.

On Saturday, April 11, enjoy a Princess Dance Party for a great cause at The Farm on Golden Hill in Silverton. Funds raised will benefit the nonprofit Help Hope Live in honor of Ellie Trask, a Lebanon 6-year-old living with a rare genetic illness.

15-year-old Miguel Wade lights up every room he rolls into. Living with cerebral palsy, he faces profound medical challenges, but mom Meagan says “he faces every day with courage, love, and an incredible spirit.”

Meeting 9-year-old Kaylie Hammond, you may never guess that she’s been fighting complex medical battles throughout her young life. As she brings light to her loved ones, her community is rallying to fund critical medical needs not covered by insurance, including a 12-hour round trip for specialized care.  

Yonan Matti is an Iraq refugee living with cerebral palsy. Now a proud American citizen, Yonan has a vibrant life and personality—but he’s missing one key ingredient to greater connection and health: an accessible van.

Facing a sudden, life-changing diagnosis and transplant need, these helpers became the ones in need of help.