Now just a week shy of 9 months old --he's still waiting for a new heart.
But in the interim, as his medical bills continue to grow, Baby Faris Samara's family could now be in line for more financial help.
For one thing, family friends are working to see if an area car dealer might donate a vehicle to the family. All the daily driving back and forth from their suburban home to Children's Hospital downtown is taking a toll on their old car. PLus, with three other boys (one with autism) the family also has many other outstanding expenses during this trying time. Though their biggest concern continues to be -- that Faris can hang on long enoug for a donor heart to become available.
A Couple Chicagoland Restaurants Pitching In
Chili's in Streamwood and Moretti's in Bartlett are designating special days, where if patrons ask to do so -- the restaurant will donate part of their check to the 'I Heart Faris Fund.'
Chili's Faris Deal: Thursdays in April & May.
Moretti's Faris Deal: April 8th & May 4th.
Faris Fundraiser Update
The big April 25th 'Fundraiser for Faris' at the Streamwood Bowl (9pm) is approaching. Anyone interested in attending is asked to get tickets ($35 each) by April 20th; the head count will allow organizers to know exactly how much food to order.
Call Pat or Dave @ 630-618-9928. Raffle tickets also available @ $1/ea or 6 for $5 (need not be present to win).
Faris Bank Fund
Direct donations to the 'I Heart Faris Fund' are being accepted at Chase Bank branches. Or money can be sent to:
Samara Family
I Heart Faris Fund
P.O. Box 1297
Streamwood, IL 60107
Reminder:
April is 'National Donate Life Month.' For more information on organ donation in Illinois go to: LifeGoesOn.com
Last But Certainly Not Least
Happy messages of hope for the parents (Siham and Sam) and Faris' three older brothers (Ali-12, Mohammed-11 and Tarek-7) would also be very much appreciated by the family, during this stressful time for them.
You can leave your comments below and we'll make sure the Samara family gets them.
