Change of Heart Fund
Fundraising campaign by
Martha Tharp
-
US$5,000.00raised of $5,000.00 goal goal
At 29 years old, Greg Tharp is waiting for a new heart & another chance at living.
Back Story; In June 2012 Greg thought he had a nasty cold, it turned out to be Congestive Heart Failure... they discovered his heart is broken. To simplify, Greg's heart is not capable of pumping the required amount of blood necessary to keep his lungs and organs functioning properly. So after many stays at the hospital, more in than out lately - he has an implanted defibrillator, intravenious meds carries 24/7, and 2 close calls of receiving that new heart he still waits at the top of the priority list. This means that at anytime he can get the call... let's show him how much we care, that he is not alone & that whatever it takes HE CAN DO THIS!! After the operation he will require major re-habilitation (and prayers), it will require that his mom Martha Tharp be by his side to learn how to expect the unexpected as his caregiver. They will be in Gainesville for weeks and possibly months.
Hopes for the "Funding"; Greg has not been able to work in over 2 years, his medical & travel expenses are adding up and he has a wish to travel to Japan after he conquers this beast! Wouldn't it be wonderful to get him through this awful experience with a healthy & strong heart, with minimal debt and the trip of his dreams waiting for him??
Closing; I am proud of how Greg, Martha and the family has rallied behind this... honor your disease, do what the docs tell you, say your prayers and by the grace of God & your circle of support Greg will be working on those cars and catching those snook again soon! Come on folks - lets show him that there is a light at the end of this tunnel!
Organizer
- Martha Tharp
- Jensen Beach, US
Donors
- Rob Lipofsky
- Donated on Aug 25, 2014
Get well soon Greg.
- Guest
- Donated on Aug 24, 2014
Transplant... check!
Update posted by Martha Tharp at 04:08 pmUPDATE 8/6/14: Best news ever!! After a very hard and uncertain future for Greg during past 2 weeks, he received his heart transplant this morning. With news of kidneys and lungs failing, in addition to his heart failure Greg was rushed into surgery for an LVAD about 8 days ago.. . . . .
VAD Surgery is today 7/28/14...
Update posted by Martha Tharp at 11:11 amMany of you know that this last week has been challenging for all - after battling with pneumonia & cdiff for a few weeks the doctors decided to implant an impella device to help relieve his heart. That caused a few other complications that seemed to be worked through but. . . . .
Greg Needs Encouragement 7/11/14
Update posted by Martha Tharp at 10:53 amAs many of you know, Greg went back to Shands Hospital on Monday and its been a bumpy ride. He was not feeling well on his return and started coughing up some blood Weds night, the coughing became very painful for him. They believe it is possibly pneumonia and are. . . . .
WOW and only 48 hours in...
Update posted by Martha Tharp at 02:05 pmJust wanted to say a big THANK YOU to those who have donated to the Change of Heart Fund! We are only 48 hours into our fundraiser and are nearly at 20% of our goal already, amazing family & friends we have! Greg is home until the end of the
Donors & Comments
- Hami Dywa
- Posted On Aug 12, 2019
.
- Rob Lipofsky
- Donated on Aug 25, 2014
Get well soon Greg.
- Guest
- Donated on Aug 24, 2014
- katarina Kety
- Posted On Aug 24, 2014
Keep strong xxx
- Ginger
- Donated on Aug 19, 2014
- Megan
- Donated on Aug 18, 2014
Greg you and your family are in my thoughts and prayers everyday!! You are definitely a fighter!
- Linda Russo, Tristan Russo
- Donated on Aug 15, 2014
- The Vidmar Family
- Donated on Aug 14, 2014
- nm njkl
- Donated on Aug 12, 2014
- Scott
- Donated on Aug 11, 2014
.