47%

$28,269 raised of $60K USD

Reported on the original campaign ›

Rowan is only seven years old, but his life has already changed in ways no child or parent could ever be prepared for.

After a sudden and serious illness, Rowan began experiencing severe seizures and spent an extended period in the hospital. Doctors are still unable to give his rare condition a definitive diagnosis. What his family does know is that the illness changed his everyday life completely. Today, Rowan needs full assistance with mobility, communication, and eating.

Through every difficult day, his mother, Sarah, has remained by his side. As a single parent, she carries the responsibility of caring for Rowan, taking him to appointments and therapies, helping with his daily needs, and doing everything she can to give him comfort, stability, and opportunities to experience the world around him.

But Rowan is growing. Each transfer from his bed to his wheelchair, and from his wheelchair into a standard car, is becoming harder and less sustainable. Something as ordinary as going to school, attending therapy, visiting the hospital, or spending time with family can become an exhausting challenge before the journey has even begun.

A wheelchair-accessible van could change that. It would allow Rowan to remain safely secured in his wheelchair while traveling and give Sarah a more reliable way to take him to the places that are essential to his care and development. It could mean safer trips to medical appointments, easier access to therapies and school, and more chances for Rowan to participate in family outings and everyday moments that every child deserves to experience.

This is more than a vehicle. For Sarah and Rowan, it represents safety, mobility, independence, and a wider world of possibilities. It is a long-term solution designed to continue supporting Rowan as he grows and his mobility needs change.

This Humanity Bridge page is sharing Rowan's story to help his family move closer to that goal. Every contribution, regardless of size, can help bring them one step closer to transportation built around Rowan's needs. And if donating is not possible, sharing his story can help it reach someone who may be able to help.

Thank you for standing with Sarah and Rowan. Your kindness can help make the road ahead safer, easier, and filled with more opportunities for Rowan to simply experience life beyond the limits of his condition.

Original campaign activity

415

Recent supporters reported on the original fundraiser

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Marzieh Nowrouz Tafreshi

$72·Recent donation
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Madhuri Deuja

$100·Recent donation
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Jane Lee

$100·Recent donation

Anonymous

$100·Recent donation
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Catherine Nguyen

$50·Recent donation

Supporters

459 donations

Recent contributions publicly listed on Rowan's original fundraiser.

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Yujiao Zhang

20 hrs ago

$500
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Alexis McMillan

8 hrs ago

$200
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Priya Kamath

2 hrs ago

$101
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Megan Fowler

7 hrs ago

$50
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Anonymous

5 hrs ago

$100

Words of encouragement

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Sample community messages inspired by Rowan's story.

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Emma Wilson

2 hrs ago

Rowan, you are surrounded by more love than you may ever know. I hope this van becomes a reality soon and opens the door to safer journeys and beautiful new memories for you and your mom.

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Michael Carter

5 hrs ago

Sending so much strength to Sarah and Rowan. No mother should have to carry every challenge alone. I hope this community helps make daily life a little gentler for both of you.

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Olivia Bennett

9 hrs ago

Thinking of Rowan today. I hope every share and every act of kindness brings his family one step closer to the freedom and safety this van could provide.

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James Miller

14 hrs ago

Sarah, the love and dedication you show your son is incredibly moving. Wishing Rowan comfort, strength, and many more opportunities to experience the world around him.

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Sophia Turner

21 hrs ago

Every child deserves the chance to go to school, therapy, appointments, and family outings safely. I hope Rowan receives the accessible transportation he needs very soon.

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Daniel Brooks

1 day ago

Keeping Rowan and Sarah close in my thoughts. May this campaign remind you that there are people who care and want to see your family reach this important goal.

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Grace Thompson

2 days ago

I cannot imagine how demanding each trip must be right now. Hoping this van brings Sarah relief and gives Rowan a safer, more comfortable way to get where he needs to go.

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Ethan Walker

3 days ago

Sending love to this brave little boy and his devoted mom. I hope the road ahead becomes easier and that Rowan gets to enjoy many more moments outside the walls of hospitals and appointments.

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Hannah Reed

4 days ago

Rowan deserves comfort, dignity, and the chance to experience everyday life with as few barriers as possible. Wishing your family strength and hoping this goal is reached soon.

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Noah Collins

5 days ago

May every person who sees Rowan’s story feel moved to help in whatever way they can. Sometimes one small act of kindness becomes part of something life-changing.

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Rachel Morgan

6 days ago

Sarah, I hope you know that your dedication to Rowan is seen. Wishing both of you more ease, safer travels, and many peaceful moments together.

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Liam Parker

7 days ago

Cheering for Rowan from afar. I hope this accessible van gives him more freedom to attend school, therapies, appointments, and simply enjoy time with the people who love him.

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Claire Adams

9 days ago

This story stayed with me. Wishing Rowan a future with fewer obstacles and Sarah the support she deserves as she continues caring for him every single day.

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Benjamin Scott

11 days ago

Sending hope and encouragement to your family. May this campaign bring you closer to a vehicle that makes each journey safer and gives Rowan more access to the world around him.

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Natalie Evans

13 days ago

So much love for Rowan and Sarah. I hope one day soon getting into the car is no longer one of the hardest parts of the day, but simply the beginning of somewhere wonderful to go.

June 19th, 2026 · Medical Support ·
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Campaign story adapted from the original public campaign. Reported fundraising figures refer to the original campaign source.

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