Support Austin P. Sharpes Liver Transplant Journey

Dear Friends, Family, and Kindhearted Supporters,

We are reaching out to you with heavy hearts and hopeful spirits to share Austin’s story. Austin has been diagnosed with stage 4 liver disease, at age 32, a hereditary condition that affects both sides of his immediate family. Over the past year, Austin has been in and out of the hospital 17 times due to complications from stage 4 liver disease. Despite these challenges, Austin remains determined to live and has been sober for seven months—a commitment he plans to maintain indefinitely.

Austin's family has suffered tragedies with the loss of his father, Patrick Sharpe ,to the same disease, his mother, Sandy Roberts Sharpe,  facing ovarian cancer and chemo and has survived, the loss of his grandmother and his grandfather is very ill with late stage liver cancer that has spread.

Austin's Path to Recovery

Austin is officially on the waiting list at Tampa General Hospital with the Liver Transplant Program in Tampa, FL. His mother, Sandy, will be his caregiver following the transplant surgery. However, the road to recovery comes with significant financial burdens. Austin will need assistance with many things listed below:  .  

Rent and Food: While waiting for the transplant and then recovering near the hospital 

Medication Costs: Including life-saving anti-rejection shots, insulin for his type 2 diabetes, and other essential medications.

Sandy, who works on commission, is struggling to make ends meet. She is unsure how she will cover her own bills alongside Austin’s needs. Despite these challenges, Sandy is determined to support Austin every step of the way.

Overcoming Unimaginable Hardships

In addition to his medical struggles, Austin has faced numerous hardships:

He lost his apartment in St. Pete due to back-to-back hurricanes that caused severe flooding and roof damage, rendering it unlivable and leaving him homeless.

He was in a car accident, which totaled his vehicle. 

He has to live in Tampa, Fl to be ready for the call that may come to get a new liver and lease on life.

These setbacks have compounded an already difficult journey. Yet, Austin remains hopeful and resilient, bolstered by the love and support of his mother, sister, family friends, and community.

How You Can Help

We are rallying together to support Austin during this critical time. Your contributions will directly help cover:

Medical Expenses: Including transplant surgery, anti-rejection shots, and insulin.

Living Costs: Rent, food, and other necessities during his recovery period.

Ways to Donate

Online Donations: Visit https://giveahand.com/fundraiser/saving-austin-patricks-life-1 to make a secure contribution.

Mail-In Donations: Checks can be sent to [630 Loblolly Bay Drive, Santa Rosa, Beach, FL  32459].

Fundraising Events: Join us for [coming soon, a charity garage sale and silent Auction].

Together, We Can Make a Difference

Austin’s journey has been filled with immense challenges, but he remains determined to overcome them. Sandy, his devoted mother, is working tirelessly to ensure Austin has the support he needs. Let’s come together to give Austin the second chance at life he deserves.

Thank you for reading about Austin’s plight. Your prayers and contributions mean the world to Austin and his family. Please pray for Austin to receive his life-saving transplant soon.

With gratitude and hope,

Erin Sharpe, Austin's Aunt and His Fathers Twin Sister.   If you can contribute, I know Austin will be FOREVER THANKFUL and his Mom is hoping Austin will get a call soon for his lifesaving transplant.  Thank you!!♥️.