Her kidneys were functioning at 20 percent and a transplant was needed to save her life.
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Kimmy's parents were tested and it was determined that her father would be the better match. Both father and daughter had surgery in 2012 and the kidney transplant was a success.
A few years later, Kimmy was ready to share her story with others. She wanted to find a way to help kids and their families who were going through a similar experience to hers.
That's when she came up with the idea to create a nonprofit foundation to help those in need.
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Children's Transplant Initiative was developed and it has assisted over 100 families to date.
The foundation also provides no-cost housing for those who are on a transplant list.
To learn more, to donate, or to see if you or your child qualifies for assistance, more information can be found here: www.cti-tx.org/