Amy Blank

AMY FEGAN BLANK’S STORY

Amy Fegan Blank, the love of my life, said “I DO” on October 4, 2008. As we were living the dream as a newlywed couple we encountered a little turbulence along the way. Amy was diagnosed with end-stage renal disease May 17, 2011. Due to the extreme fatigue associated with this condition Amy has been unable to fly the friendly skies since the diagnosis. After many doctor visits, tests and evaluations the cause of this condition has been determined and it was too late to save her native kidneys. With diet and exercise she was able to stave off dialysis while I was being evaluated to be a possible donor. We got the news in April and I was a match. I, Amy’s husband donated the Gift of Life June 25, 2012.

Not only is a transplant major surgery, it is also very expensive. Even with insurance there are many expenses that must be paid for out-of-pocket. Some of these are co-pays, deductibles, and travel to and from the transplant center. Amy will need to live near Mayo Clinic for approximately one month after the transplant. In addition, Amy will be on a lifetime of anti-rejection medications. This is where your help is needed.

A fundraising campaign, in Amy’s honor has been established with Help Hope Live (formerly NTAF). Help Hope Live is a nonprofit organization that has provided fundraising assistance to the transplant community for over 40 years. All donations are tax-deductible, are held by Help Hope Live in the Southeast Transplant Fund, and are administered by Help Hope Live for transplant-related expenses only. Please consider making a contribution today.

Make checks payable to:
Help Hope Live

Note in memo section:
In Honor of Amy Blank

Please send to:
Help Hope Live
Two Radnor Corporate Center
100 Matsonford Road, Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087

If you prefer to make a secure credit card contribution, call 800-642-8399 or select the GIVE button.

It is never easy to ask for help and now is certainly no exception. Amy has touched the lives of many and we deeply appreciate the support she has received. At times like this the assistance of family, friends and the community is crucial to help ensure a positive quality of life.

With sincere heartfelt gratitude,

Rodney Blank
(Husband and donor)
[email protected]