First Responders
Mackle family: Benny's Heart Journey
First Responders
Surgery
United States
California
Created April 17th, 2026

Mackle and his wife, Hannah, are expecting their second son, Benny, to be delivered around May 15. Benny has been diagnosed with a rare and complex congenital heart condition called Double Outlet Right Ventricle (DORV), along with single-ventricle physiology and additional vascular complications. He will require a series of open-heart surgeries beginning within the first weeks of life, followed by further staged procedures throughout infancy and childhood. His care will take place at Stanford, requiring the Mackle family to temporarily relocate for an extended hospital stay. They will be in the Bay Area surrounding his birth and will spend several months post-surgery in the NICU and CVICU.


Due to these medical needs, the Mackle family will need to relocate closer to the hospital, resulting in significant housing costs while continuing to maintain their home in Folsom. Additionally, Hannah will be away from her full-time job for an extended period without income coverage.

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Owen Sims
Owen Sims donated $100
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Richard Fischer
Richard Fischer donated $250

Prayers brother

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Quinlan
Quinlan donated $250

Love you brother. We will be praying for you and your family.

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Matt George
Matt George donated $250

Love you hermano

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Giacone Family
Giacone Family donated $350

Love ya buddy!

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Jon Pique
Jon Pique donated $250
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McPartland
McPartland donated $500

My prayers are with you and your family.

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