Due to the critical nature of my health, I fit the criteria for receiving a kidney immediately. Mayo Clinic has moved me to the short list. Thankfully I’m pre-approved as an immediate recipient. As soon as they receive a good match for me, I’ll be notified. I have my bags packed and am ready to go when they call. However, the concerning news is, it will cost between $10,000 and $15,000 for the transplant. This is in addition to what is covered by insurance. The Mayo Clinic needs assurance that we have the funds available prior to receiving the transplant.

Since Gene and I are on fixed retirement income and don’t have resources to cover our portion, it was recommended to us to ask friends and family for help. My health situation is life threatening. We are in urgent need.

If you would contribute we will be forever grateful.

Family and friends of Mary Dutton are raising money for the nonprofit Help Hope Live to fund uninsured medical expenses associated with transplantation.

Mary has chosen to fundraise for Help Hope Live in part because Help Hope Live assures fiscal accountability of funds raised and tax deductibility for contributors. Contributors can be sure donations will be used to pay or reimburse medical and related expenses. To make a tax-deductible donation to this fundraising campaign, click on the Give button.

For more information, please contact Help Hope Live at 800.642.8399.

Thank you for your support!