Help a young cancer survivor with IVF 🐣
Help a young cancer survivor with IVF 🐣
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$6,000.00
Fundraiser Goal -
$1,210.00
Funds Raised -
0
Days to go
Amanda Bacon is organizing this fundraiser.
Campaign Story
Hello! Chances are if you’re reading this you know who I am, but in case you don’t my name is Amanda Bacon and I live in Denver, CO. Thanks for taking the time to read my story and know that this is not easy for me to do. I hope you can read along and hear my journey (whether you are able to donate or not:)
My story and situation is unique as I was forced into this fertility issue journey as a result of Stage 4 Rectal cancer a month after I turned 35. I underwent 17 rounds of chemo and had 6 surgeries in the span of two years. I decided to freeze my eggs 3.5 years ago to give myself a chance to have a child down the road. The years I fought cancer were long and brutal. Not knowing if I was going to live or die was not only terrifying, but made me think a lot about my hopes and dreams if I did survive. I am currently over 3 years disease free and even though my oncologist cleared me over a year ago to pursue IVF I wanted to wait a year longer just to be sure. I am in a place of good health in all ways and am proud of how far I’ve come! I can’t even believe it sometimes. I have begun the process of IVF at a local Denver clinic and am very excited! I THOUGHT I had all that I needed financially to see this process through, but what I’ve learned is that there are so many additional tests and procedures that are required that you don’t know about until you start the process. Those of you who have gone through this process know this pain and struggle 💔
I am asking for help for the remaining amount so I can attempt my first round of treatment. If you’re able to help in any way I’d greatly appreciate it 🥹💜 Thanks for loving me and being a part of my story no matter how we met or the current relationship we share.
💜Amanda
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11-11-2024
I’ve got embryos!
Hello everyone! I’ve delayed posting the fundraiser until I had more progress to share. On October 30th embryos were created and I’m happy to report that I have 4!!! healthy and strong embryos that tested negative for any chromosome abnormalities! 🥹💜 my doctor said this is an amazing result:)
The next step is more testing and then beginning fertility medication to get my body ready for a transfer, but I need some more help!
I am still trying to raise $5,000 more.The total I’ve already paid is close to $30,000😳 yes IVF is that expensive when you freeze your eggs and have them in storage for years.
As always financial help is not expected but appreciated!!! Thanks to everyone who has been supportive whether in messages, financially or sharing in excitement!
| Name | Donation | Date |
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| Tianna Chavez | $20.00 | November 30, 2024 |
| Laura Strebeck | $50.00 | November 30, 2024 |
| Madison Buell | $40.00 | November 23, 2024 |
| Ellie Martin | $50.00 | November 22, 2024 |
| Anonymous | $5.00 | November 22, 2024 |
| Tianna Chavez | $10.00 | November 20, 2024 |
| Luciana Gravotta | $100.00 | November 14, 2024 |
| Courtney Pankrat | $100.00 | November 12, 2024 |
| Anonymous | $25.00 | November 04, 2024 |
| Anonymous | $15.00 | October 15, 2024 |
| Wendy Jaquez | $100.00 | October 12, 2024 |
| Katarina Cicak | $100.00 | October 12, 2024 |
| Jordan Hansen | $25.00 | October 12, 2024 |
| Laura Strebeck | $50.00 | October 09, 2024 |
| Kathryn Denton | $150.00 | October 04, 2024 |
| Taylor McLamb | $30.00 | October 03, 2024 |
| Kristen Roybal | $50.00 | October 03, 2024 |
| Brittany Virkus | $100.00 | October 02, 2024 |
| Olivia Hansberry | $100.00 | October 02, 2024 |
| HEATHER SKYE ULRICH | $20.00 | October 01, 2024 |
| Trisha Vesely | $25.00 | September 30, 2024 |
| Chante Bazan | $20.00 | September 30, 2024 |
| Tianna Chavez | $25.00 | September 30, 2024 |
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