Mackenzie needs your help.
In August 2015, Mackenzie Madsen was diagnosed with a rare form of lung disease. This means that, over time, Mackenzie’s lung function will steadily decrease and, without a double lung transplant, will ultimately prove fatal. At the time of diagnosis, she was merely 28-years-old; a life of love and home and children along with service and wild adventure still ahead of her — waiting to be explored, waiting to be shared. Mackenzie is currently being treated at the University of Washington Medical Center.
Mackenzie is a light in the darkness, a gentle hum over the noise, a kind word and ready smile in a time and culture where charity is rare and graciousness is grossly undervalued. Above all, Mackenzie is a warm hope, understanding the grand purpose of it all and, despite our sometimes minor influence, she knows the innate, potential power of one. Because she exemplifies it.
Even with insurance Mackenzie has many uninsured care-related expenses such as: co-pays and deductibles, continued doctor visits, medications, treatments, travel and (in the future) temporary relocation housing for herself and a caregiver to be near a transplant center along with the costly immunosuppressant medications that she will need to take for the rest of her life.
To help with the financial burden of Mackenzie’s uninsured expenses, she may apply to receive assistance from the Help Hope Live Southwest Lung Transplant Regional Restricted Fund. Help Hope Live is a trusted nonprofit organization that has been providing community-based fundraising guidance to patients and their families for more than 30 years. All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law, the property of Help Hope Live, and are administered by Help Hope Live for transplant-related expenses only. Please consider a contribution today and click the DONATE NOW button.
Any and all donations are widely appreciated. But, in addition to any financial contribution you may provide, Mackenzie asks that we not wait until times of grief and loss to reach out to one another with a helping hand, an open heart and a willing acknowledgment of the collective family.
Many thanks for your thoughts and assistance during this time.
The Family of Mackenzie Madsen
Updates (2)
August 22, 2016
One day at a time - even as she awaits her double lung transplant, Mackenzie shares with Redbook readers how "I feel pretty."
May 12, 2016
Guestbook
May 26, 2024
Love you guys!
Robert McMillen
May 23, 2024
Love you so much ❤️
Molly Skousen
November 10, 2016
Another 14 dollars from Official Lindsey Stirling cz/sk fanclub :) Love you!
PetrB
August 21, 2016
Thank you for your article in Redbook! It moved me to contribute to your campaign. The message you are spreading that it's always important to put your best face (and outfit!) forward despite the physical and mental challenges one may be facing any given day is a powerful one! Thank you for helping me to remember the importance of that...
Shannon Urzua
July 19, 2016
"There are sometimes when you cal the shots, and there are other times when you're just riding the wave." -Henry
Your love and spirits are so endearing. Sending love and prayers for a good surf!
The Merchant Family
July 17, 2016
We send you all our love and wish for you all the very, very best. You certainly have a village, no, an entire city, supporting you with love and prayers. You have already touched so many lives and we know the influence you and Henry have will be felt far and wide for great good. Lots of love to you both!
Jan and Phil Hudson
July 16, 2016
We are praying for you and your family McKenzie. Your writings have inspired us in so many ways. Much love to you.
Jim and Marylou Morgan
July 9, 2016
We feel we have a connection with you being that we are from your home town of Highland, Utah.
Our prayers are with you.
Robert & Louise Rodriguez
June 26, 2016
Dear Mackenzie,
I've read enough of Henry's words to know that I would LOVE HIM just as you do! You are an amazing couple fighting the good fight and modeling for all of us, the faith, hope, and love which all of us need to have. God bless you both and YES, I will be mailing in a donation to help you reach your goal. When my husband and I married and moved to Spokane, "our song" was "I Left My Heart in San Francisco".....so we pray that you can rearrange those words a bit to "I Found My Life in San Francisco".....sending a big, big hug....and I can hear your laughter in my head right now. Much Love to you and Henry.....many prayers being said.....Always, Madame McGoran
Madame McGoran
June 15, 2016
We're thinking of you and praying for you Mackenzie! Keep fighting! :)
Chad & Catherine Truman
June 15, 2016
"Many hands make light work". We send our love from Brisbane, Australia. Trust in the Lord and he will provide. Thank you for sharing your story of LOVE. Alofa atu.
Lev
June 14, 2016
You are the sweetest! I am hoping for an amazing outcome for you and your wonderful family!
DeAnne Peterson (Patsfield)
June 12, 2016
Another 21 dollars from Official Lindsey Stirling cz/sk fanclub :) Love you!
PetrB
June 7, 2016
Another 62 dollars from Official Lindsey Stirling cz/sk fanclub :) Love you!
PetrB
May 31, 2016
42 dollars from Official Lindsey Stirling CZ/SK fanclub. It is our first donation and I believe there will be more of them. We also asked Czech and Slovak fans for helping you. We are with you, lady!
PetrB
May 26, 2016
Trevor connected us to your post. You are truly a light to us and our hearts and prayers are with you. God bless you! We love you!
Dana and BJ Petersen
May 14, 2016
You two are amazing, strong, faithful, and beautiful like Jennifer. We are thinking of you and praying for
Heavenly Father to bless you with all you need.
George and Marcia Redmond
May 13, 2016
With God's will in front of all, I hope the best outcome. tonight I prayed for the first time in a long time. I asked Him that you might recover. I felt good afterward. Thanks for having let me serve. I wish I could give more.
Parker Thueson
May 13, 2016
We love you guys with everything we've got, and we're in this with you till the end. xo
Alyssa & Gideon
May 13, 2016
Sending hope and happiness your way. You will win this battle; God is with you.
J
May 13, 2016
Kenzie,
You are incredible. I have thought so since the first day I met you. What a bright light you are in this world, and in the face of the struggles placed before you. I wish I had more to give.
Tavia (Womack) Riley
May 13, 2016
I don't know you but a friend shared your video on facebook. I was so impressed with the two of you, with the joy that emanates from you despite going through such a difficult trial, as well as your obvious love for each other. I have cystic fibrosis, and though I am not at the point yet of needing a lung transplant, I know what it's like to be sick, to not be able to breath, and to not know what the future holds. I wish you the very best. I hope those new lungs come soon and you can start running those marathons!
anonymous
May 12, 2016
I just watched the video Alyssa made for you and it totally made me ugly cry! You are such an incredible person with so much light that still needs to be shared with the world! Shine on, girl! If anyone can conquer this trial it is totally you. You are such a remarkably beautiful person inside and out. So many prayers coming your way!
Rachelle McGrath Metcalf
May 9, 2016
Mackenzie, I am praying for you and Henry! You are an AMAZING couple. I love seeing you in person and online. You guys ALWAYS light up the room. XOXO
Tracy M
April 30, 2016
Mackenzie - I don't know you personally, but have seen your effort toward a wonderful cause of service, love, and friendship to one another. Thank you for your example. Best wishes.
Ashley Jefferies
April 22, 2016
Thoughts and prayers! We are all thinking good thoughts for you Mackenzie :-)
Caren
April 20, 2016
Hi McKenzie - I'm happy to help with a donation. I enjoyed getting to know you when you worked at the center. I will keep you in my prayers. Stay strong and hope you get the transplant very soon.
Kathy White - Easton Van Nuys
April 18, 2016
Love you Mackenzie. Always praying for you. Still lost in your eyes.
Abby Stevens
April 18, 2016
In my prayers!
colleen vaughan
April 16, 2016
We have traveled this bumpy road before and know there is hope and light at the end of this dark and twisty tunnel. We are here, cheering you on. Both of you! And we are SO excited for your beautiful, E-tank free, nasal cannula free, everything else free future!!
geri & jason egbert
April 14, 2016
Keep shining, keep laughing, keep writing! You are making a difference in this world.
P.S. I would totally wander around Walmart for hours waiting to buy your autobiography like it was the midnight release of Harry Potter book 7--y'know, if you ever publish one. :) (Do it!)
--Just Devoured Your Blog
April 14, 2016
Sending prayers, best wishes and a little bit of cash. I hope everything works out for you, Mackenzie!
Olya G.
April 14, 2016
Sending love your way!! xoxo
Adina
April 14, 2016
Mamma Mack,
We've got your back.
Maximus Prime
April 13, 2016
Good luck! I hope all goes well. I'm rooting for you!
B-TRON
April 13, 2016
Mckenzie you are in my prayers morning and night you don't know me I am Debbie Dopps mother
Evelyn Cosby
April 13, 2016
Your family took care of my son, Julian. I know you've got lots of support, but know you've got our love and support, too.
Kirsten Lambert
April 13, 2016
Thinking about you all the time. Stay strong. Get well. I can't wait to watch your recovery unfold. All my love and best wishes.
Ariana Perone
April 13, 2016
You're in our thoughts and prayers, Mackenzie! Thanks for being such an inspiration to us all.
Macquel Van Steeter
April 13, 2016
Praying your new lungs help you breathe easier. Love you Kenz! -Lolo
Lauren Kneib
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