Derek's Once in a Lifetime East Coast Road Trip!
My Travel Story
EAST COAST ROAD TRIP FUNDRAISER
Hi, I'm Derek Szena and I have Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy. I recently graduated from DeSales University with a bachelor’s degree in digital art. Despite the fact that I am trached and on a ventilator, a machine which breathes for me, and confined to a wheelchair, I am a normal 23 year old inside with the same wants and needs. I want to do things and go places just like normal young adults, which brings me to my "East Coast Dream Trip". I've always wanted to go away on my own with friends. Unfortunately due to all my health limitations that's not totally possible. I am required to travel with 3 nurses, which I consider to be some of very best friends! They call themselves my harem and I know we'll have a blast together! The only thing is that this trip is going to cost WAY more money than I have. I feel though that if I don't go this year it probably won't happen so I'm asking for any help. Every little bit will make a difference. We are driving and ending at Disney with some fun stops and visits with old friends on the way. I look forward to sharing moments on the trip with you all, through FB and maybe a blog. I may need prayers, I'm traveling with 3 women. Oh help!!
THANKS FOR YOUR SUPPORT!!!
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Thank You!!
I just wanted to thank everyone who has donated so far to my campaign! It truly means so much to me that you have taken the time to read my story and decided to donate your hard earned money! Thank you from the bottom of my heart!!
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Accommodation
$ 2,000
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Medical/ Travel/ Accident Insurance
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Disneyworld
$ 9,000
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