Karl Black

My “Grampa” needs a new kidney

After 4 long years and nearly 600 sessions of dialysis, Karl and his family are so excited and grateful that he is now on the top of the kidney transplant list. To assist in increasing costs, they have created a fundraiser with a nonprofit organization called Help Hope Live.

Karl is the father of six children and grandfather of four girls and two boys aged 4 1/2 to two months. His grandchildren love to go to his house and read stories with “Grampa.” In spite of the exhaustion he often experiences as a result of his current health challenges, he is always willing to listen and help those around him in whatever way he can. However, for several years his health has dramatically limited his ability to provide for his family, and he needs our help.

While Karl has health insurance, many costs of his transplant are not covered, (including portions of the $23,000 per month for medication that his doctors have told him to expect right after his transplant). Total estimated out of pocket for medical is $15,000 per year for the first three years. Donations will also help with the hundreds of miles he will need to travel for the surgery and post-surgery visits, and at least two weeks of mandatory stay near the hospital after he receives his new kidney.

Karl and his family are so grateful for your help! Please donate to their fundraiser with Help Hope Live by clicking on the Give button to the left. All contributions are tax deductible. Your donations will help ease the financial burden on Karl and his family so he can focus on recovery and many more happy years with his wife and family.

Thank you for your support!