Funding My Family Leave

Fundraising campaign by Kimberly Harper
  • US$120.00
    raised of $7,500.00 goal goal
1% Funded
2 Donors
Raised offline: $4,292.82
Total: $4,412.82

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In June, 2016 my father, Dick Harper, was diagnosed with a cancerous tumor on one kidney and cancerous nodules in his lungs. Surgery was performed to successfully remove the tumor and the kidney it was attached to; the nodules in his lungs were determined to be inoperable. Dad's prognosis at the time was 6 months to 2-1/2 years. Chemotherapy has helped him hang on until now.

On April 19, 2018 during a routine CT scan, doctors discovered that Dad had developed 3 brain bleeds. After much consultation, the decision was made to discontinue all cancer treatments. On April 26, 2018 Dad was put on hospice care at home, with a prognosis of 6 months or less.

On May 2, 2018 I put in a request for Family Medical Leave under the Family Medical Leave Act to help take care of Dad in Illinois, and I have been away from home since May 3. I told my mother that I would be here until things were resolved with Dad. Dad seemed to rally after my son & I arrived here, but we don't know how long the temporary improvements will last.

I live 500 miles away in Minnesota, so it is not possible for me to take care of Dad around my work schedule. The current plan is for me to be here through the end of August, but I may have to stay through the month of September or beyond.

My last paycheck was on May 11, and my next one won't be until 2 weeks after I finally can return home and return to work. My mother was kind enough to help me cover my rent for June, July, & August, but she can't continue to do so indefinitely. Also, her grocery bill has doubled, with 2 extra people to feed. While I was here, I also had some minor health issues of my own which required two trips to the doctor. As I have no health insurance at this time, I need to cover 100% of these expenses out of my own pocket.

The purpose of this page is to raise $6,500.00 to cover my August and September expenses at home, help Mom pay for groceries, pay my medical bills, and cover program fees. Any funds raised beyond that will be applied to October expenses.

Please know that I am truly grateful for any donations to help me take care of Dad. Even if you choose not to donate, please share my story to help me reach as many potential donors as possible.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story. My family and I appreciate any thoughts or prayers on behalf of my dad.

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Donors

  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Oct 10, 2018
$20.00
  • Kimberly Harper
  • Posted On Sep 10, 2018
  • To my anonymous donor: Thank you! Thank you SO much for your contribution. Every little bit helps and your donation is most appreciated.

Oct 22

Thanks and the Latest Update

Update posted by Kimberly Harper at 01:02 am

To all my donors, both online and offline: Thank you!I'm just under 2/3 of the way to my goal, and I am getting closer every day. I still need $1,507.00 to cover my remaining October expenses, medical bills, & Mom's Groceries. This is the top priority.The estimated remaining $1,494.00 Program

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Sep 25

Progress Report and Shift in Priorities

Update posted by Kimberly Harper at 03:04 pm

A huge thank you to all my donors! I have raised just under 1/3 of my $7,500.00 total, most of it offline. I am grateful for each and every dollar that was donated, whether online or offline. Just $5,002.68 yet to go.I was hoping to have my bills caught up. . . . .

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Sep 13

A Wrinkle in Plans

Update posted by Kimberly Harper at 02:08 pm

I just learned that due to unforeseen circumstances, I may have to cover our roommate's share of October's rent in addition to my son's & my own. Guess that I may have to delay (again!) a bill I was hoping to pay in full by the end of this month.

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Sep 10

Gratitude Works!

Update posted by Kimberly Harper at 03:40 pm

First, I want to say Thank You! to my anonymous donor. Your contribution is enough to show my campaign in the public listings. This is a HUGE step forward for me, and I am truly grateful.I am also grateful for all of my off-line donors. Every bit helps, and the. . . . .

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Aug 30

Timing is Everything

Update posted by Kimberly Harper at 03:53 pm

August rent of $483.43 has been paid in full. The remaining breaks down as follows: $482.83 My September Rent (paid in full) $431.06 September Rent for my son (paid in full) $50.00 Bill due September 1 (paid in full on September 7) $1,000.00 Expenses due by September 10 (paid in. . . . .

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Aug 19

Slow Progress

Update posted by Kimberly Harper at 03:43 pm

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Aug 02

August 2 Update

Update posted by Kimberly Harper at 08:11 pm

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Donors & Comments

2 donors
  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Oct 10, 2018
$20.00
  • Kimberly Harper
  • Posted On Sep 10, 2018
  • To my anonymous donor: Thank you! Thank you SO much for your contribution. Every little bit helps and your donation is most appreciated.

  • Anonymous
  • Donated on Sep 06, 2018
$100.00

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US$120.00
raised of $7,500.00 goal
1% Funded
2 Donors
Raised offline: $4,292.82
Total: $4,412.82

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