Easton's Wheels To Freedom

10/14/2025

📣 Fundraising Update! 🎉

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve raised $10,000 so far and our 50/50 raffle is currently at $690! 💰

🎟️ 50/50 and Raffle tickets are on sale until 3 PM on October 25 don’t miss your chance to win!

🧃 We’re also still collecting empties until October 25, so keep them coming!

We can’t thank everyone enough for the amazing support. Every dollar and every bottle brings us closer! 🙌

10/12/2025

Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much.”

— Helen Keller

This Thanksgiving weekend, we are reflecting on how truly blessed and thankful we are.

Back in July, we called on our friends, family, and community for support and the outpouring of love and generosity that followed has been nothing short of amazing. We truly would not be where we are today without each and every one of you.

Whether you donated big or small, bought raffle or 50/50 tickets, dropped off your empties, attended Bike Night, sent monetary donations, or gave used items for our sale thank you. A thank-you goes out to the generous people and businesses who donated raffle prizes we are so grateful for your kindness and support. You all know who you are, and please know a little piece of this van belongs to each of you.

As a family, we spent hours collecting and counting bottles, sorting through donations, and doing everything we could to make this dream a reality. Although we couldn’t attend Bike Night ourselves due to Easton being in the hospital, his sisters, aunt, uncle, cousin, and nana showed up and were absolutely overwhelmed by the love and support from the community that night. It truly touches our heart seeing friends from years ago step forward and support, and even more so the generosity of people we have never even met.

💛 Thanks to Lucky Motors, the accessible van was delivered this weekend just in time for winter and for our upcoming weekly appointments at SickKids and Kingston. No more stressful transfers, no more risk of falls or seizures during transport into the car. This van means safety, peace of mind, and accessibility when we need it most.

Although we haven’t fully raised the funds needed, we were able to make it work with the hope that we can continue to raise the remaining costs.

And the most important part? We have one very happy boy who now has his own “wheels to freedom.”

For us, “wheels to freedom” means so much more than just transportation. It means Easton can now safely and comfortably go out with the family. It means we can attend medical appointments without risky transfers or extra strain on his caregivers. It means dignity, independence, and the ability to enjoy quality time together without limits.

From the bottom of our hearts:
Thank you.
Thank you for believing in us, for showing up, and for helping us get here.

🍂 Wishing everyone a warm and happy Thanksgiving. 🧡

10/11/2025

🎉 50/50 Raffle Update! 🎉
The pot is currently sitting at $640 — which means the winner will take home $320 (and climbing!) 💰💰

Don’t miss your chance to win while supporting a great cause. Get your tickets now and help us grow that pot even more! Draw date Oct 25

Thank you!

10/10/2025

10/09/2025

Easton and Peyton have been hard at work sorting through all the generous donations for our upcoming sale on October 25th at the Elks Lodge!

A huge THANK YOU to everyone who donated their gently used items your support means the world to us. 💙

All proceeds from the sale will go toward our Wheelchair Van Fund!

Items that don’t sell will be donated to a local shelter, so nothing goes to waste!

Thank you again for being part of this journey with us. See you at the sale! 🛍️♿

10/08/2025

Weekly funds update!

🚐💙 We Found the Perfect Van for Easton! 💙🚐

We are so excited to share that we’ve found a wheelchair-accessible van that would be perfect for Easton’s needs! It’s in great condition, has low mileage, and will last our family for many years to come.

These vans don’t stay available for long when a good one comes up, it goes fast, and we can’t let this one pass by. We already had our eye on a few over the past weeks but they sell quickly. As Easton continues to grow, having the right vehicle isn’t just about comfort — it’s about safety, mobility, and independence.

When we began this journey, we didn’t have a specific goal in mind — we just knew we needed help. Thanks to your incredible support, we’ve now set a goal of $15,000, and we’re already at $9,640 raised! 🙌💗

We truly can’t thank you all enough for the love, donations, and encouragement. Every single bit has brought us closer to giving Easton the freedom he deserves.

We’re still fundraising with:
🧁 A 50/50 Draw hosted by Cupcake Vintage Back in Tyme
🎟️ Raffle tickets available now with amazing prizes
♻️ Collecting empties (bottles/cans) – every little bit helps!
Our 50/50 draw tickets and raffle items will be at Elks Lodge Oct 25 8 am to 4 pm and draw for 50/50 will take place at 4 pm and Raffle will take place Oct 25 at 7 pm
Let’s keep the momentum going — we’re so close!
Thank you from the bottom of our hearts. 💙

10/07/2025

Exciting news!

Thank you to Cupcake Vintage Back in Tyme for supporting our fundraising efforts with a 50/50 draw. To purchase tickets please reach out to Kathleen at 289 6004474.

10/04/2025

Weekly Update on Funds Raised 🎉
With just a few days of the raffle being open, we are so grateful to everyone who has reached out to purchase tickets and support our cause.

We’re excited to share that our new total is $8,720! 🙌

Thank you to everyone who has donated so far your generosity means the world. 💛

If you haven’t checked out the raffle yet, see below the awesome items up for grabs! Just send us a DM to grab your tickets — we’ll get you all set up. 🎟️

📅 Draw date is October 25 — don’t miss out!

And while you’re at it, don’t forget to get outside and soak up this beautiful summer weather… in October! 🍂☀️

10/03/2025

The past two months have tested us in ways we never imagined. Easton has been through so much countless hospital visits and stays, rushing to the ER with his lifeless body, enduring test after test while we waited for answers that never came fast enough. Medications were trialed and failed. His little body lost weight, strength, and so many moments he should have been able to just be a kid.

He missed starting school, birthday parties, hanging out with his siblings the normal joys every child deserves. And with every setback, it wasn’t just Easton who carried the weight. Medical trauma doesn’t only affect the one who’s sick it ripples through the whole family. It challenges your patience, your hope, your routines… everything.

But we are still standing. We are a strong, resilient family. And while the road isn’t easy, we rise up to meet each day thankful for the little things: the fresh air we breathe, the sun on our skin, and moments of calm in the storm.

We are incredibly blessed to have such amazing family and friends who have come together not only to support our fundraising efforts, but who have also reached out during this difficult time just to check in, offer help, or send love. Your kindness has lifted us more than you know. We truly can’t thank you enough we are beyond grateful.

We’re also so happy to share that Easton is slowly starting to return to himself. He even made it out for a haircut a small but meaningful step as he prepares to go back to school. We’re not “there” yet, but this is a step in the right direction.

Thank you for continuing to stand by us. 💜

10/03/2025

✨ A Special Thank You & Sneak Peek! ✨

We are incredibly grateful to share that this beautiful handcrafted light was generously donated by a colleague of Easton’s mom. It was specially designed and welded by her talented husband, showcasing his unique craftsmanship and eye for detail.

Every piece tells a story, and this one shines with heart, skill, and generosity. 💡❤️

We’re so excited to announce that this one-of-a-kind creation will be available for bidding at our Yard Sale Event on October 25th!

Don’t miss your chance to take home this stunning work of art while supporting a great cause.

Thank you again for this meaningful donation — your talent and kindness are deeply appreciated!

10/01/2025

🎟️ Raffle Time! 🎟️

We’re excited to announce our raffle in support of Easton’s Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle 💙

✨ Tickets:

1 for $2

3 for $5

8 for $10

15 for $20

👉 You can put your tickets into any prize basket(s) you want for a chance to win!

💙 BONUS: Everyone who buys the $20 bundle will also receive 1 extra ticket placed into a random prize basket as a thank you!

📅 Draw Date: October 25
📍 We’ll also be at the Elks Lodge event in Trenton on the 25th where you can grab tickets in person right up until the draw! (Cash only event)
🎁 All prizes have been generously donated.
💯 Every dollar raised goes directly towards helping Easton and his family purchase a wheelchair-accessible vehicle.

✨ How to Enter:

DM our page Easton’s Wheels To Freedom or text Tara-Lynn at 905-391-8272 to purchase tickets.

Tickets can also be purchased in person at the Elks Lodge event on October 25 (cash only event). Winners will be contacted and we will arrange for delivery!

Once purchased, your tickets will be filled out and placed into the basket(s) of your choice.

💙 Help us get closer to our goal 💙