First Responders
Answering the Call for Kelsey
First Responders
Illness
United States
Texas
Created July 13th, 2026

If you know Kelsey, you know she’s one of the first people to show up when someone needs help. As a paramedic with Temple EMS, she’s spent years caring for complete strangers on some of the hardest days of their lives. She’s dedicated her career to serving others, and now it’s our turn to be there for her.


In response to her significant unexplained weight loss, enlarged lymph nodes, and other symptoms suggestive of various cancers, she was referred to an oncologist due to concerns of lymphoma. Despite her continued efforts to advocate for herself, she was recommended to obtain a second opinion. Her new specialist remains hopeful that the diagnosis is not lymphoma, but she still has several dozen tests ahead of her, including various scans and biopsies. 


While she’s continuing to work full-time as much as she’s able, the cost of specialist appointments, imaging, procedures, and missed time for appointments has added up quickly. As she continues searching for answers, we’d love to help ease some of that financial burden so she can focus on her health instead of the growing medical bills.


If you know Kelsey, you’ve probably seen firsthand the kind of person she is. If you’re able to donate, every contribution, no matter the size, will go directly toward her medical expenses. If donating isn’t possible, sharing this fundraiser is another meaningful way to support her.


Thank you for helping us rally around someone who has spent so much of her life taking care of others.

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Billy Thompson
Billy Thompson donated $100

Sandy and I are saying our prayers, you can beat this girl.

2 weeks ago
Laurie Mahoney
Laurie Mahoney donated $100

Keeping you both in my prayers.

2 weeks ago
Daniel Meyer
Daniel Meyer donated $500
2 weeks ago
Pogue Family
Pogue Family donated $50
2 weeks ago
Micah Whitlock
Micah Whitlock donated $100
2 weeks ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $100
2 weeks ago
Zachary Quick
Zachary Quick donated $50
2 weeks ago
Elaina Jackson
Elaina Jackson donated $20

Sending prayers for healing.

2 weeks ago
Ben McCauley
Ben McCauley donated $100
3 weeks ago
Richard Keagle
Richard Keagle donated $100

You've been there for us. Now it's our turn to be there for you. God bless you.

3 weeks ago

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Answering the Call for Kelsey
$6,485 raised of $10,000 goal
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