Anthony and Heather Gomes
On June 28, 2022, 48-year-old Anthony was diagnosed with a paraganglioma tumor that was wedged between his internal and external carotid arteries. But it wasn’t any average tumor—it was the size of a baseball and could not be biopsied due to its location. His ENT recommended he get multiple opinions due to the severity of […]
Kristen Oktar
Kristen Oktar is a dedicated mom and KW agent who’s had a rough year. On November 17, 2022, 40-year-old Kristen went in for a routine colonoscopy. When the results came back, they showed a mass in her colon. A biopsy confirmed she has Stage IIIC colon cancer, which had spread to 15 of her […]
The Classics
Last summer the Classic family heard the words no one wants to hear: “It’s cancer.” Aaron Classic joined the Hamilton, Ontario, Market Center as an agent in February 2022. His wife, Kim, is a teacher. Together they have two young boys. Fighting the Fight In August 2022, Kim felt a lump on her chest. […]
Dan Swisher
Dan Swisher is a family man who continues to persevere despite life throwing quite a few curveballs his way. Dan joined the KW Family in 2016 after ten years in the real estate industry. He was drawn to the value system—God first, family, then business—as well as the dedication and impact of KW Cares. […]
Keriann Blumenstock
On July 5, 2021, KW Agent Keriann Blumenstock woke up unable to function. She couldn’t hear; she couldn’t see; she couldn’t eat. She knew it was time to go to the hospital. Spending 105 Days in the ICU At the hospital, Keriann learned that she was suffering severe complications from a prior gallbladder issue. […]
Pat and Cam Barnard
Pat Barnard has helped his KW Family for years by supporting KW Cares. But after receiving devastating news, his family faced a challenge of their own. Facing a Cancer Diagnosis In September 2018, his 11-year-old son Camden was diagnosed with acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL). Soon after, he began receiving chemotherapy treatments near their home. […]
Elizabeth Hinson
When Elizabeth Hinson’s daycare came to her with some concerns regarding her two-year-old twins, she immediately turned to her pediatrician. The doctor encouraged a psychological evaluation, and Elizabeth took her girls to the Autism Clinic at the University of Alabama. Within weeks, their suspicions were confirmed. Her daughters, Milly and Mattie, were diagnosed with […]
Daniel Rivera Vasquez
Daniel always had a heart for the mission behind KW Cares, ever since he joined the KW Family in April 2019. A sudden heart attack in 2017 left him medically compromised, but it wasn’t until COVID hit three years later that the situation became dire for him. In January 2021, he was diagnosed with […]
Homes for Our Troops
In 2004, Homes for Our Troops was founded with a mission to build and donate specially adapted custom homes for severely injured post-9/11 vets, enabling them to rebuild their lives. They’ve built over 300 homes for veterans across more than 40 states and are recognized as one of America’s top-rated veterans and military charities. […]
MD Anderson Cancer Center
The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center is one of the world’s most respected centers devoted exclusively to cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. Their mission is a bold one: to eliminate cancer in Texas, the nation, and the world. The profound impact MD Anderson seeks to make in the lives of […]