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OCT 18 “STAMPEDE AT THE STABLES” CHARITY FUNDRAISER
Help Wife & Mom Tammy Lee Konz Fund a Life-Saving Liver Transplant
ARGYLE, Texas—On Saturday, October 18, enjoy a Texas-sized charity fundraiser featuring hot rods and bikes, food trucks, vendors, music, drinks, and more with a special guest emcee. Funds raised will benefit the nonprofit Help Hope Live in honor of Tammy Lee Konz, a Sanger mom and school employee fundraising for a transplant. Over $3,000 has already been raised to assist with Tammy’s transplant.
Stampede at the Stables Details
When: Saturday, October 18 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Where: Iron Horse Stables at 10245 Hilltop Road, Argyle TX 76266
What: Charity cruise-in fundraiser featuring music, vendors, food trucks, raffle prizes, and plenty of hot rods, bikes, and classic cars on display, all emceed by Scott Murray, Sports Director/Anchor on the local NBC nightly news in both Dallas/Fort Worth and Washington, D.C.
Cause: 100% of funds raised will assist with medical expenses and related costs through the nonprofit Help Hope Live in honor of Tammy Lee Konz (story below).
Cost: Pay at the door. $5 per person, under age 2 attend free. Vehicle registration $25. Additional donations welcome! Sponsorships available.
Flyer: attached
Can’t Make It? Donate: https://helphopelive.org/campaign/24952/
Tammy’s Story
Tammy describes herself as a Christian, a dedicated wife of 38 years, and a loving mom to 2 sons as well as a 28-year veteran employee of the local school district.
14 years ago, Tammy was diagnosed with a rare blood disorder, a form of leukemia. She joined the waiting list for a liver transplant in November 2024.
“This has not been easy for myself or my family, emotionally and financially,” Tammy explained, “but with my faith, I live for today and plan for tomorrow.”
To embrace a healthier future—including the hope of seeing her sons and grandchildren grow up—Tammy needs to fundraise for the out-of-pocket costs associated with the gift of new life.
Her medical team has told her to expect roughly $10,000 in initial transplant-related expenses insurance won’t cover. That’s why she turned to the trusted national medical fundraising nonprofit Help Hope Live.
Tammy’s loving community has already raised over $3,000 through the nonprofit.
Tammy’s family has deep roots in the Sanger area: eldest son Chris is a law enforcement professional who has given Tammy 3 precious granddaughters. Her son Ryan owns a metal fabrication business.
Tammy is a full-time employee of the local school district in the technology department. With a 28-year career supporting the school system, she has spent the last 18 years as a high school support specialist.
100% of the proceeds from the Stampede at the Stables will go to Help Hope Live in Tammy’s honor. Donations can also be made online at: https://helphopelive.org/campaign/24952/
Donations to Help Hope Live are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law, and all funds raised will be administered by the nonprofit to cover verified medical and related expenses. Help Hope Live verifies medical and financial need for every patient.
Help Hope Live is a national nonprofit that specializes in engaging communities in secure, tax-deductible fundraising campaigns for people who need a transplant or are affected by a catastrophic injury or illness. Since 1983, campaigns organized by Help Hope Live have raised over $193 million to pay patient expenses, assisting more than 25,000 patient families. ###
