🙏 Help Josh Get a Life-Saving Liver Transplant 🙏

Hello friends, family, and kind-hearted supporters,

We are reaching out to ask for your prayers, support, and generosity as we navigate a critical journey—finding a living liver donor for my brother, Josh, and covering the overwhelming expenses that come with a liver transplant.

💚 Meet Josh Down 💚

Josh Down is a devoted husband, father, and fighter. He has been married to his childhood sweetheart, Sara, for 17 years, and together they share two wonderful children—Emmalin (12) and Ethan (9).

For the past 10 years, Josh has worked as an avionics technician, bringing dedication and precision to his craft. Diagnosed with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) in 2015, he has faced every challenge with strength and resilience.

Beyond his career and health battle, Josh is a family man at heart. He loves playing video games, coaching, golfing, watching sports, and—most of all—spending quality time with his wife and kids. His loyalty, determination, and unwavering love for his family continue to inspire everyone around him.

#JoshStrong #JoshsJourney #LiverTransplant #FamilyFirst

Josh was diagnosed with Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC), a rare and progressive liver disease that damages the bile ducts and can lead to liver failure. Despite his strength and resilience, his condition has progressed to the point where a liver transplant is the only path forward. While it is a lifesaving procedure, it also offers the chance to greatly improve his quality of life, allowing him to regain his strength and live more fully.

Finding a match is not easy, and while we continue searching for a living donor, we also face significant financial challenges, including medical costs, travel expenses, lost wages, and long-term recovery care. This is where we humbly ask for your help.

📌 How Your Support Helps

All donations will go directly toward:

✔️ Medical expenses & transplant-related costs not covered by insurance

✔️ Living donor support (travel, lodging, time off work for the donor)

✔️ Post-transplant recovery (anti-rejection meds, follow-ups, home care)

✔️ Lost wages & financial stability during his healing process

✔️ Unexpected medical emergencies and associated costs

What is Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC)?

Primary Sclerosing Cholangitis (PSC) is a rare, chronic liver disease that causes inflammation and scarring (fibrosis) of the bile ducts, leading to liver damage. Over time, PSC can cause bile duct blockages, liver failure, and an increased risk of liver cancer. The exact cause is unknown, but it is often linked to autoimmune diseases and inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), especially ulcerative colitis.

Liver Transplant & PSC

There is no cure for PSC, and the only long-term treatment for end-stage liver disease caused by PSC is a liver transplant. A liver transplant replaces the diseased liver with a healthy donor liver, either from a deceased donor or a living donor who donates a portion of their liver.

A successful liver transplant can significantly improve quality of life and long-term survival. However, the waiting list for a deceased donor liver can be long, making living liver donation a critical option for many patients.

For more information on liver donation, visit UNOS or Donate Life. 💚 #DonateLife #LiverTransplant

👩‍⚕️ About Living Liver Donation

A living donor can save Josh’s life. The liver is one of the only organs that regenerates, meaning a donor can give a portion of their liver and both the donor’s and recipient’s livers will regrow. If you or someone you know would like to learn more about becoming a living donor, please contact:

📞 U of M Transplant Center - (734) 936-7491

🌐 https://www.uofmhealth.org/conditions-treatments/transplant

Even if you’re not a match, simply sharing this campaign could help us find one!

🙌 How You Can Help

✅ Donate – Any amount, big or small, makes a huge difference.

✅ Share – Spread this campaign with friends, family, churches, and communities.

✅ Pray – Your prayers for healing, strength, and guidance mean everything.

✅ Consider Living Donation – You could be the miracle we are waiting for.

💜 Thank You from the Bottom of Our Hearts

This journey has been overwhelming, but we have faith in God, the power of community, and the kindness of those around us. Thank you for taking the time to read this, to share it, and to support in any way you can. Your generosity is giving Josh a second chance at life.

With gratitude and love,

Josh's Village  🏡💙 | A Community of Hope & Support

📩 Campaign Email: JOSH_LTJOURNEY@pm.me

📞 Campaign Phone number: (734) 245-9584