When we first started thinking about what we wanted to
accomplish our immediate thought was the financial hardship we
went through, while Gabi was in the PICU for so long. We were
not prepared for all the costs of travel, food, and just simple day
to day living expenses that added up over 2 months. We had a
steady flow of income, but it was never enough. We met many
families that travelled great distances, many of which lost jobs or
had to quit to be with their child in such a time of need.
We can only imagine how much harder it could have been. As we
have stated the last thing a parent should be concerned with is
money during a time like this. There are plenty of stresses that
come with such an intense situation. Therefore we want to
provide those families with a bit of financial comfort.
We are currently affiliated with Families Together, a wonderful
organization in Topeka, KS. Until we get through all of the
legal hoops of acquiring our own non-profit tax status we are
partnering with them. Therefore any
donations we receive are to
be forwarded to them, they handle our financial matters.
Although we want to make it very clear, ALL proceeds you
donate go to Gifts of Gabi's Grace and the families we choose.
If you are a family in need or know of one, please go to our
The Goals of Gifts of Gabi's Grace Are to:
* Provide financial assistance to families with unexpected
* Share the story of the amazing fight from a 7 month old
* Remind families of the importance of sticking together.
* Remind people to appreciate their children and time
together regardless of how hard life seems.