tion:If you’ve ever had the privilege of meeting Michael Lightsey, you’d know he’s the type of man who would drop everything to lend a helping hand. A hard-working, kind, and dedicated individual, Michael has spent 18 years giving his all to his job—only to be met with unimaginable circumstances.Earlier this year, Michael was diagnosed with small cell cancer in his bladder—an aggressive and rare condition that has turned his life upside down. But instead of meeting compassion and support, Michael faced another devastating blow: after nearly two decades with his company, he was suddenly let go, citing "job resolved.” Just like that. Worse, he was given only two weeks' notice before losing his insurance.There is COBRA coverage available, but at $987 a month, it's simply unaffordable—especially when he’s already struggling to cover basic necessities. And now, as he fights for his life, he's been told his final round of chemo—the one that could be critical to his recovery—might not even be covered without insurance. Imagine being in his shoes: battling cancer while watching even your basic healthcare access hang in the balance.Michael is not just a cancer patient—he’s a father, a friend, a neighbor, and someone who has spent his life quietly working to provide for the people he loves. Now, as life has dealt him this painful hand, Michael needs us to show up for him the way he has shown up for so many others.We are asking for your help to meet some urgent needs:•Covering COBRA insurance premiums so Michael can continue his care•Helping with medical bills and other related healthcare costs that are piling up•To ensure Michael doesn’t have to choose between keeping his home or staying on treatmentNo one should have to decide between fighting for their life and paying their bills. Michael’s fight isn’t just a medical one—it’s a financial one, too. Your donation, no matter the size, will help ease the crushing weight of this situation so Michael can focus on what really matters: healing and spending time with the people who care about him most.If you’re unable to donate, we understand, but you can still help in a big way. Please consider sharing Michael’s story with your friends, family, coworkers—anyone who might have the heart and capacity to give.Thank you for opening your heart to Michael during this unbelievably difficult time. Together, we can make sure he doesn’t fight this battle alone.Let’s show Michael the strength, love, and support of a community that stands with him.