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Please help me help my Father...

Donald Phifer, my father, has been diagnosed with hepatocellular (liver) cancer. This severe disease threatens his life. Fortunately, there is a treatment that can significantly improve his chance of survival and give him a “second chance”: a liver transplant. Duke University Medical Center in Durham, NC, has projected the cost of the transplant (without complications), post-transplant medications for a few years after his transplant, and related costs to approximate $300,000. Although he has medical insurance, it is limited. His portion of the costs is expected to total approximately $150,000. Like other transplant recipients, he will be required to take anti-rejection medications for the rest of his life. An immediate need of $50,000 (specifically for medications) is required by the transplant center before he can be listed for the transplant. This is where I ask for your help. Our family, friends, and other caring and concerned volunteers in the King’s Mountain area have united to raise the $150,000 that is needed for the out-of-pocket and related expenses. We are working in conjunction with the National Foundation for Transplants (NFT), a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization. NFT’s involvement ensures that contributions are tax deductible and will not be used for any purpose other than to pay for dad’s transplant and related medical expenses. How can you help? Your donation, large or small, will be greatly appreciated, and will help to provide the support that is desperately needed now. Every dollar donated will bring us closer to providing the financial support that can give peace of mind to our family. Enclosed, you will find a donor response slip for returning a contribution. Checks should be made payable to the “National Foundation for Transplants” with the added notation that it is for the Don Phifer Fund. Donations may also be made using your MasterCard, VISA, or American Express credit card (details on enclosed donor slip). Secure online donations may be made at http://www.transplants.org. Please, let your donation be led by your heart. It is tax deductible and NFT will provide a receipt for tax reporting purposes on any contribution of $25 or more. Additional verification from NFT regarding our fundraising campaign may be obtained by calling 1-800-489-3863. Thank you for your consideration and help. And again, please do not forget to DESIGNATE YOUR DONATION TO DONALD PHIFER. Without this designation, he will not get your generous contribution.             

Sincerely,

Leslie Phifer                                                                                                                                                                                                                                            
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