2019 - Jaxson Kilpatrick ($1,900) - Medical expenses (Eosinophilic Gastroenteritis)
For three years, Jaxson battled an illness that the doctors could not figure out exactly what it was. Finally, after many doctor and specialist visits, the family found out that Jaxson suffers from a rare GI disorder. On September 28, 2019, Team Give Back held a raffle and all proceeds went for his on going medical expenses.
2018 - Jaelyn Hontz ($500) -Travel and meal expenses- Brain Cancer
In October of 2018, Jaelyn had continued to complain about headaches. Her family took her to the doctor and found out that Jaelyn had brain cancer. Team Give Back did an online fundraiser from November to December of 2018, and was able to raise $500 for the family of Jaelyn. The money was used for fuel, food and lodging for the 6-week stay while in Jacksonville, Florida for her radiation therapy.
2017 -Alex Speir ($1,550) - Diabetic Alert Dog (Type II Diabetes)
Alex Speir is a teenager from Dahlonega who is battling type II diabetes. Team Give Back hosted our 1st Annual Team Give Back Benefit Event in Clermont, Georgia May 13, 2017 to raise money for Lucy, her diabetic alert dog. Our event consisted of a 15, 25 and 50 mile bike ride.
Alex Speir video:
https://vimeo.com/167332377fbclid=IwAR1VV16hn7iQ6jFmPa1CYbi1FYmqoT5zfBr66F0aawpTLzSaZeYQIr5sk1o
2016 - Kre Wehunt ($200) - Osteosarcoma
Kre Wehunt was a Lumpkin County High School graduate that was diagnosed with Osteosarcoma in 2015. She battled cancer for three years and never wavered from her faith or lost hope. In May of 2016, when Team Give Back was first created, we were able to raise $200 for her. She was an inspiration to all that knew her. She lost her battle in August of 2018.