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Ryan Benedict Fundraiser

$3113raised of $6000 goal
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Organizer: Jinnie Benedict Beneficiary: Ryan Benedict

Have you ever been so proud of a child? I have and I am!!! My son Ryan will be 6 soon and was diagnosed with autism, global developmental delay, and sensory processing disorder at the age of 2. At...

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Have you ever been so proud of a child? I have and I am!!! My son Ryan will be 6 soon and was diagnosed with autism, global developmental delay, and sensory processing disorder at the age of 2. At first my heart was broken. All my dreams for my son were shattered. I grieved the lose of his childhood because now his life would turn into endless therapies, doctor appointments and school. Which is the case he works nonstop trying to make it in our world when he's locked in his own. Over the years my dreams for Ryan have changed and I will never take the little things for granted. He is non-verbal and his smile speaks right to my heart. When he sees his service dog, Chatham, he smiles and giggles. In that brief moment I forget all of his struggles and he gets to be a kid. They will form a bond that he can't get from another person, not his dad, not his sisters, not his little brother or even myself. He will have a friend that will be there for him! Chatham will help keep him safe (from running into traffic), help him transition from home to therapies, stores, and other places our family goes, teach him responsibility, give him emotional support, help him sleep better at night, give him confidence, and so much more. Which isn't that the kind of friend we all want for our kids?
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Updates

01/10/2013
by Jinnie Benedict
The page isn't allowing me to lower our goal or close this out. But I wanted everyone to know WE REACHED OUR GOAL! Thank you so much for the support along the way, it's mean the world to our family. All money that goes above the $8,000 will go in an account for Ryan and Chatham and go towards the care of the service dog, vet bills, etc. Thank you again for everything! I can't believe he reached his goal! You all are amazing!


by Jinnie Benedict

We are all working hard to make this fundraiser a success. We want Ryan to get his service dog as soon as possible. Thank you to everyone who has donated so far. We are off to a great start. We have recieved a donation of $2,000 that is going to go directly into his account with Project Chance. So our goal on this site will be dropping from $8,000 to $6,000 to show that money is accounted for. Every $1 counts!!! Thanks again!!!


Supporters

in Honor of EFMP Respite Care
donatedHidden Amount
Tuesday, January 29, 2013

You have our best and warmest wishes!



Dave Bisplinghoff
donated$50.00
Monday, January 28, 2013

God Bless



Linda Reynolds
donated$10.00
Friday, January 11, 2013

My grandson with PDD-NOS diagnosis just turned six. He is doing well with intensive bio-medical and ABA therapy. I hope this small token helps with Chatham's care and he can join your family soon as another enthusiastic supporter for Ryan!



Britt, Scott & Gage Crews
donated$5.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

We hope & pray for your famil that Chatham makes a world of difference!



Kat Trabert
donatedHidden Amount
Thursday, January 10, 2013



Jacksonville Fraternal Order of Police Foundation
donated$1,000.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013



Sean
donated$25.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

Good luck with your donations. Many blessings to your child!



Courtney & Jimmy Nix
donated$40.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013



Ashley Jenkins
donated$25.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

God bless your family.



Andi Seebol
donatedHidden Amount
Thursday, January 10, 2013

Happy to help :)



SKIE BARNHART
donated$15.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

GOD BLESS!!!



Kimball Family and Zeus
donated$24.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013



The Dube Family
donated$25.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

We too have an autistic child and understand how life can be overwhelming to a child. We pray that Ryan's new best friend will give him much love in return! God bless!



Jessica Duval
donated$10.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

Good luck to your family!



The Brevaldo Family
donatedHidden Amount
Thursday, January 10, 2013

Every child deserves to have a best friend! Much luck to you, your family, and you beloved dog!



Cheryl Evans
donated$35.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

I truly hope that you are able to get Chatham for Ryan. I wish I could donate more but every little bit helps. God bless you.



Chris & Sabrena Bua
donated$25.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

God Bless your family!



Bert
donated$10.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013



Justin Ware
donated$50.00
Thursday, January 10, 2013

Savannah, Hope this helps Ryan get his service dog!



Bryan & Jamie Lenzo
donated$50.00
Sunday, January 06, 2013



Chris and Lindsay Kadlick
donatedHidden Amount
Sunday, January 06, 2013

Warmest wishes to your family



Anonymous
donated$50.00
Thursday, January 03, 2013



J. Holliday
donated$25.00
Thursday, December 27, 2012

=)



Tim & Lisa Gudenrath
donated$100.00
Thursday, December 06, 2012

We wish your amazing family many blessings! Merry Christmas and hope Chatham is with Ryan soon!



John, Awilda, Kimberly and John Jr.
donated$40.00
Wednesday, December 05, 2012

Many blessings to you and your family! Hope Chatham is able to come home to you soon. Happy B-Day and Merry Xmas to all!



Brandon and Ashley Manning
donated$200.00
Wednesday, December 05, 2012

Merry Christmas to the Benedict Family, and Happy Birthday Ryan!



Marti, Tom, Aly, Casey & Madison
donated$50.00
Saturday, December 01, 2012

We are all so proud of you Ryan! You continue to amaze I can only imagine the things you will be able to accomplish with your new friend and partner! Love you bunches!!



Anonymous
donated$4.00
Sunday, November 18, 2012



Anonymous
donated$5.00
Sunday, November 18, 2012

Merry Christmas. We hope this small amount can help to get your son his much needed best friend. God bless.



John Scott
donated$500.00
Tuesday, November 13, 2012



Julie
donated$100.00
Monday, November 12, 2012

She's precious!



Lisa & Arlin Brewster
donated$25.00
Sunday, November 11, 2012



Sarah W
donated$75.00
Sunday, November 11, 2012

Wish I could give more. I hope Ryan will be able to step into your world with the help of Chatham.



Muffy, Al, Casey and Annie
donated$50.00
Saturday, November 10, 2012

Beautiful picture :) This will be awesome for Ryan!!



Anonymous
donated$25.00
Friday, November 09, 2012

I'm sorry I can't give more - I hope that Ryan can get to keep his dog!



Amy Gogolin & Dave Szabo
donated$25.00
Friday, November 09, 2012

What a great cause!



California Monkee
donated$40.00
Friday, November 09, 2012

We are proud to help bring Chatham home. We do not walk in your shoes, but our house knows SPD and anxiety, in my 7 yr. old son. He has a horse and rides and the calming presence and quiet 4 legged companionship, that warm body at his side, and the confidence and assertiveness that is required is something no parent, no therapist can replicate. To you parents, we offer prayers of daily patience, digging deep, and great love. And a ton of people to give ten or twenty bucks. For Ryan, we know that breakthroughs big and small are coming your way. But somebody be ready to help Ryan explain to curious strangers: "This is a Monkee Service Dog." "A what??"



Brandy Sue
donated$30.00
Thursday, November 08, 2012

Praying that Chatham is with you all soon!



Trin and Jax
donatedHidden Amount
Thursday, November 08, 2012

This is a great idea! Good luck and many blessings to you!!



Uncle JP & Aunt Becca
donated$50.00
Thursday, November 08, 2012

I hope the dog gets to join your family soon and all the hands on training you have to do goes well!! I love you guys!!



Meghan Terry
donatedHidden Amount
Thursday, November 08, 2012



Monkee
donated$20.00
Thursday, November 08, 2012



A Monkee
donated$50.00
Thursday, November 08, 2012

Comments


Klips And Giggles Haircuts for Kids
Hey, I seam to have miss placed your address could you give me a call? I need to mail you a check! Rebecka P.S. so excited to hear you reached your goal!!

Jinnie Benedict
The page isn't allowing me to lower our goal or close this out. But I wanted everyone to know WE REACHED OUR GOAL! Thank you so much for the support along the way, it means the world to our family. All money that goes above the $8,000 will go in an account for Ryan and Chatham and go towards the care of the service dog, vet bills, etc. Thank you again for everything! I can't believe he reached his goal! You all are amazing!

Jinnie Benedict
The page isn't allowing me to lower our goal or close this out. But I wanted everyone to know WE REACHED OUR GOAL! Thank you so much for the support along the way, it means the world to our family. All money that goes above the $8,000 will go in an account for Ryan and Chatham and go towards the care of the service dog, vet bills, etc. Thank you again for everything! I can't believe he reached his goal! You all are amazing!

Julie Abbott EFC for Beijo Handbags
I want to help! If you want to do a party I can donate my commission to his funds from the party! My website is http://jabbott.beijobags.com Or if someone wants to order/a handbag or fundraiser party on his behalf email me directly with order and I will donate my commission on behalf of your order/party! My phone and email address is on my website. Thanks Jules

Klips And Giggles Haircuts for kids
I would like to set up a donation jar at my children's salon in fleming Island to help raise money for your son to get his service dog! Please contact me to let me know how I can do this. my email is klipsandgiggles@live.com my phone number is 904-819-9910. Looking forward to being able to help! Rebecka O'Neal Klips & Giggles Haircuts for Kids 904-819-9910

Kate Gogolin
LOVE this picture of my boy! We WILL raise the money!!!

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