Smith Family Benefit Fund: Can You Help Us Help Dylan?

Dylan Smith is a 7^th grader at North Middle School who has Duchennes Muscular Dystrophy, a muscle wasting disease. In August, Dylan underwent back surgery at Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin to place a rod on each side of his spine. The surgery was necessary to relieve pressure on his internal organs. At this time Dylan only has use of his hands, wiggle his toes and slightly turn his head. He needs assistance with every day activities. He is mobile through the use of a motorized wheelchair, but the chair does not allow him the mobility of a regular teen. Dylan would like to be able to participate in outdoor activities with his family and friends. Donations are needed to accomplish this.

A benefit is scheduled for February 26, 2012, from 1 – 4 PM at the Quilted Bear in Germantown, featuring a silent auction and raffles. The tickets are $10 in advance or $15 at the door for adults and $7/$10 for students. Tickets are available after January 25^th at the Quilted Bear or by emailing your number of reservations to esmith1680@wi.rr.com.

We would love to see you at the Benefit. If you cannot attend, please consider a donation. You can send checks to any M & I Bank to “The Smith Family Benefit Fund.” or by clicking on the “DONATE” icon at the bottom of this page. You are then requested to set up a PayPal account for yourself to make your donation. Before you do that enjoy a look into the life of Dylan on the slideshow.

We are in need of auction and raffle items or services. These items can be dropped off at Menomonee Falls High School, or we can arrange to have them picked up. Please contact Melissa Hills or Sharon Vasholz, Student Council Advisors, at the high school by calling (262) 255-8444.

The Smith Family is very involved in the Menomonee Falls community. Kurt and Jenny, Dylan’s parents, work at Acro Metal Stamping and JCPenney’s respectively. Kurt also volunteers with the Menomonee Falls Fire Department. Siblings, Emily and Mckenna attend Riverside and Ben Franklin Schools. Grandparents, Ed & Shirley Smith and Jim & Linda Wobig have been long time residents of Menomonee Falls.

How can you help?? With your donation, the Smith Family is hoping to purchase The Viking 4 X 4 Power Wheelchair”, which would provide Dylan with more accessibility, mobility and independence.” The wheelchair accessible van used to transport Dylan is in need of repairs and home remodeling is needed to accommodate for the daily basic care Dylan requires.

Even if you cannot make it to the benefit,

Please DONATE! Dylan needs YOU!

We are all grateful for anything you can do to help and we thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support!!