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If Eric Bunda’s life was a song, it would be made up of lyrics about a life spent giving, sharing and caring about his family and his community.
As one of the most recognized and highly regarded deejays in Hawaii, Eric Bunda (DJ Kool E) has used music as his foundation to transform lives.
Through song, he has shared messages of hope and positivity within the public and private school communities.
As a mentor, he has helped nurture and guide the next generation of deejays.
Within the community, Eric has donated his services and skills to support numerous nonprofit organizations including Aloha United Way, American Lung Association, HUGS For Hawaii’s Seriously Ill Children and Their Families, The AIDS Walk, and Make-A-Wish Foundation, to name a few.
He is a family man, raising and transforming the lives of 4 beautiful children and 2 grandsons alongside his wife all the while dealing with this diagnosis.
Now Eric needs us to help transform his life as he goes through the journey of receiving a liver transplant.
In 2020, Eric had a health scare that landed him in the hospital where he needed an emergency procedure for his esophageal varices.
During the procedure, doctors ran tests and the results came back: Eric’s liver was damaged. He was diagnosed with decompensated cirrhosis, a term that doctors use to describe the complications of advanced liver disease. People with compensated cirrhosis often don’t have any symptoms because their liver is still properly functioning.
With decompensated cirrhosis, Eric is nearing end-stage liver failure and is a candidate for a liver transplant.
In order to receive a transplant, he is asking for your help. To be near the hospital where he would be receiving a liver transplant, Eric will need to leave his job and family to move to the mainland for accessibility.
Monies raised will go to help pay for medical expenses, transplant care and other necessities.
Family and friends of Eric Bunda (DJ Kool E) are raising money for the nonprofit Help Hope Live to fund uninsured medical expenses associated with transplantation.
Eric 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.
Mahalo (Thank you) in advance for your support!
Event: Fundraiser, Old School & Throwback Dance Party
When: Saturday, February 4, 2023; Starts at 7 PM
Where: The Beach House, 1 Aloha Tower Drive, Honolulu, HI 96813
Who: Hosted by Decades Throwback Saturdays, All Star DJ's
More: Prizes and Giveaways
Event: Old School Fridays, Proceeds To Benefit Our DJ Brother, Hosted by DJ Cortez, DJ LX Tony So and A Special Guest by DJ Kool-E
When: Friday, January 27, 2023 - Doors Open 9PM
Location: Ward Center, B-Side Lounge (Formerly Ryan's Grill),1200 Ala Moana Boulevard, Honolulu, HI 96814
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Get good Dj Kool E!
Judah Oschner
Love you Kool E. God has your back!
Robin and Wade.
Robin Kennedy Oshio
Sending Aloha for a successful fundraiser to help get you well. Mahalo to Cedric a dear friend for his support to your needs. E malama pono
Anita NAONE
This is from your UNITED DJS in Hawaii! We Love ya Brotha Man DJ KOOL E!!!
JAMES COLES
Eric,
You're truly in my prayers. Godspeed on this journey. Come home soon!
Jeff Kino
Get well soon and praying for a speedy recovery.
Kris Nakagawa
Get well brother!
DJ Stelth
Hang in there Kook E!
Bunda’s are all tough and you are just that.
Praying for your fast recovery.
Dan T.
Dan Tyson
Love you my Bradduh definitely going to pray over you. Aloha the Sorrells Ohana
Shanya Duran
We are praying for your healing and always remember to trust in God with this mountain only he can move. Lance Galban Ohana aka Komrad
Lance Galban
While I do not know him personally, I am aware of his giving through Jody Shiroma. She put out the ask and I am happy to give what I can. I pray Eric (Kool E) receives the full amount he needs and a for a full recovery! Blessings, Kathy Morris
Kathy Morris
Get Well! love Dj Takai & Elizz prayers to you my friend.
Dexter Gaba Gaba
You got this cousin! God is good, ALL THE TIME! May the Lord grant you healing, comfort, and good health for many, many years to come. AMEN!
Darin Izon
Get well, Eric! The Mullen Ohana on Molokai
Michael Mullen
Love u cousin!!! You got this
Sean Peregil
Get well soon bro!
Norman Juan
Prayers to you cuz!
Chanda Basham
Eric “Kool E” Bunda is part of the Hawaii DJ Family. I had the honor of spinning with him at Scruples Nightclub Waikiki in the ‘90s. Glad to donate and support a fellow brother.
Forrest Nelander
Many prayers and blessings to you Kool! Thinking of you and your family.
Gina-Lynn
Gina-Lynn Tanouye
You got this brother! Stay blessed.
Peter Tsuru
Sending prayers your way.
Darryl Hill
Our prayers and best wishes are with you.
- Ruel, Rhesty, Rhesel, Rhusel, and Ryan Rivera
Ruel Ryan Rivera
Kool E - we love you! Love Tamar, Jeff and the kids. You got this!
Tamar Hoapili
Eric,
Sending love and positivity your way. You are a WARRIOR, I know that you'll get past this bump in the road.
Your brother in music,
DJ Edit
Ryan Matsumoto
Sending love and prayers to the Bunda family! Wishing Eric a smooth recovery! ❤️
Megan Matsuzaki
You got this cousin! We believe in you! Love you cuz!
Sonia Azizian
Praying for your healing and speedy recovery. God Bless
Bobbie Thompson
Praying for a speedy recovery. May God be with you as you find strength and keep the faith along the way.
Tiffany Dixon-Leleua
Sending much love and aloha your way, Eric! <3
Lori McKeown
Eric we love you and want only the best for you. Please get better soon.
Sincerely,
Aunty Joyce and Uncle Stuart - " Gooman's"
Joyce Gooman
To my BroCuz: Aren't you relieved that you don't look like me anymore? ;) Sending our love and prayers from the Seattle Bundas.
Paul Bunda
Eric, I and my 'ohana are praying for you and wish you all the best, old friend! May God bless you on this healing journey! Aloha, Jenn & Fam
Jennifer Peru Gary
Sending love and prayers for a speedy recovery. Love Uncle Peewee and family.
Paul Bunda
You got this Kool! We love you, brother. Sending big hugs, prayers, and waves of healing energy your way.
Jody Shiroma
Sending some monetary assistance and a lot of positive vibes your way E. - Dixon Ohana
marc dixon
A setback is the perfect scenario for a COMEBACK! Love, prayers, and strength to you and the \'ohana! Love you man.....you got this!
Timster
Stephanie and I are thinking of you and wishing all the best in this difficult journey. Please let us know if there is anything you need!
Jose “JamN J” Castro
You are part of the music I grew up with.
Chino Fernandez
Stay strong brother! You got this!!
YongChae Song
Sending lots of prayers for your surgery and that lord will guide the hands of the surgeons that will be doing ur transplant ….sending love and prayers ❤️
Domenden Family
I’m a KUMU listener
Best wishes to you
Gwenette Higa
Good luck, Eric.
Anonymous
Malama pono!
Kahi Kamohalii
We are praying for you Eric. Take care.
Anita Brodit
♡
Love you Cuz!!
Steven Repollo
Praying for you!
Tamra Wilkerson
Prayers for you, brother!
Michael Shishido
I’m a friend if your dads. Keeping you in my prayers and believing for miracles to happen!
Mindy Chung
Make checks payable to:
Help Hope Live
Note in memo:
In honor of Eric Michael Bunda
Mail to:
Help Hope Live
2 Radnor Corporate Center
Suite 100
100 Matsonford Road
Radnor, PA 19087
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