If you could save a life, would you?  The answer “yes” by some generous donor resulted in kidney transplants for eight year old Abby Sarkisian and her ten year old sister, Natalie.  Abby and Natalie were both born with a genetic disorder that affects kidney function.  Abby has lived with kidney disease most of her life.  She received dialysis three times a week for two years and she received her 3rd kidney transplant on January 2, 2006.  It gave very profound meaning to the words “Happy New Year.”  Natalie did not have to receive dialysis but as the kidney disease progressed, she became tired and disinterested in her favorite things.  On October 6, 2006, Natalie received a kidney transplant from a deceased donor.

Most children ask for toys from Santa, Abby and Natalie asked for a kidney.  Most children wait for Santa to come, Abby and Natalie waited for the call that someone had said “yes” to organ donation.  This year, the holidays will be different.  Both girls feel better and are eager to talk about Santa and carrots for the reindeer and making cookies with Aunty Missy.  They also look forward to the holiday season with their baby brother, Nathan.

 Kidney disease affects the entire family and imagine the despair of parents whose children may not live to see another holiday season.  Tom and Beth have been determined to preserve their holiday traditions despite the struggles they have endured. 

Your generous gift will help improve the quality of life for those living with the uncertainty of chronic kidney disease and waiting for life saving organs.  Please help those with chronic kidney disease and their families enjoy their family tradtitions.

Donating through this website is simple, fast and totally secure. It is also the most efficient way to support my fundraising efforts.

Many thanks for your support -- and don't forget to forward this to anyone who you think might want to donate too!