Jennie Tumminello

Jennie Needs Your Help

My name is Jennie Tumminello. In January of 2010, I was diagnosed with polycystic kidney and liver disease. I have since received a successful liver transplant. Unfortunately, due to the nature of my illness, I now need a kidney transplant.

I grew up as part of a wonderful loving family who prided themselves on the protestant work ethic: work hard and get ahead. I incorporated this into my belief system, earning my bachelor’s degree and working for several high-ranking corporations since I was 18 years old. As an accomplished professional, I proudly launched my own insurance and investment practice. Unfortunately, the realities associated with my illness have presented a significant challenge.

Transplantation is life-saving, but financially draining. As I strive to maintain independence as a successful business owner, I am consumed by worry and financial fear. I am proud to not be a recipient of disability insurance proceeds, but like others, have significant medical expenses including deductibles, co-pays, and prescription costs that are difficult to meet. I also require a lot of expensive dental work prior to receiving my new organ.

To help with the financial burden of uninsured expenses, a fundraising campaign has been established in my honor with Help Hope Live, a trusted nonprofit organization that has been providing community-based fundraising guidance to help patients and families in need for more than 30 years. All donations are tax-deductible to the full extent allowed by law and are held by Help Hope Live in the Mid-Atlantic Kidney Transplant Fund in my honor. Donations are allocated by Help Hope Live based on financial need for medical expenses. Please consider making a donation.

For credit card contributions, please select the “Donate Now” button or call 800.642.8399. Or:

Make checks payable to:
Help Hope Live

Note in the memo section:
In honor of Jennie Tumminello

Send it to:
Help Hope Live
2 Radnor Corporate Center
100 Matsonford Road, Suite 100
Radnor, PA 19087

Reflecting on my professional career, I am humbled and proud to have served over 2000 clients with dedication and personalized attention. At 54-years-old, I have many successful years ahead of me where I can support the needs of families and individuals. With the gift of a new kidney, I look forward to continuing my mission to make a positive difference in the lives of others.

Thank you in advance for your ongoing support and encouragement.

With gratitude,

Jennie Tumminello