PROUD TO SUPPORT – THE ABRAMS FAMILY, EASTERN RECIPIENT FOR 2ND QUARTER 2021

July 2, 2021

100Brokers Members voted and we are very pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $8,900 to The Abrams Family, Eastern Recipient of the 2nd Quarter vote of 2021.

Thank you to Stephanie Nash for bringing this Cause to our attention.

Nomination Story

The Abrams family, from the outside, looks like any “Million Dollar Family”. But in early 2019 their world was turned upside down when their son Harrison (now 9) was diagnosed with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a progressive muscle wasting condition. It is a genetic condition that affects approximately 1 in 3500 (almost entirely) boys. Most people with DMD are wheelchair dependent by age 12, and the loss of muscle continues until it eventually weakens the heart and lungs. The median life expectancy is mid twenties and there is currently no cure.

Harrison is incredibly fortunate to so far be progressing very slowly and enjoying relatively good mobility, but he is still disabled and no treatment will reverse that. Stairs are especially difficult, and many features of the Abrams home are not going to be accessible for him long term. He deserves a home that he can enjoy, with few to no barriers. When they bought their fixer upper in the country in 2017, they were prepared to slowly work away at it. They couldn’t have predicted they would need to put their plans to replace leaky windows on hold, in order to install ramps, lifts, widened doorways, and the myriad of other modifications needed to make the home safe for their child.

Due to the pandemic, they’ve experienced some income loss, and yet their modest single income is considered “too high” for much of the funding from the available charities, who are already stretched thin and have extensive waiting lists. They will be using as much of their equity and credit as they can, but it will never be enough. Time is not on their side as they simply can’t predict when Harrison’s mobility needs will change, or when he will require a wheelchair full-time. It’s their sincere hope to have much of the needed work done as soon as possible in preparation for his future needs, as well as to make things easier for him now.

No parents should ever have to watch as their child’s muscles slowly deteriorate and find him confined to a wheelchair before the age of 12. The Abrams family need to make their home safe and accessible for their 9 year old son and they need our help to make it happen.

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PROUD TO SUPPORT Chico-Battling Cancer RECIPIENT EASTERN 2nd QUARTER 2026

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Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Chico - Battling Cancer our Recipient of the 2nd Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Rosa Bovino for bringing this Cause to our attention. Chico is a loving husband and father who has always given back to his community, family, and friends. His life changed unexpectedly when he suffered a sudden seizure and was diagnosed with an inoperable brain tumor. His family has stood by his side through every challenge, and he has been unable to work due to his condition. Despite exhausting all conventional treatment options, there is still hope. Optune Gio is a device that could slow the tumor's growth and give Chico more precious time with his loved ones. However, the cost of this life-extending treatment is overwhelming, and his family urgently needs support to afford it. Chico's journey has been incredibly tough, but the community has rallied around him. Your support, no matter the size, will go directly toward his care, easing the financial burden on his family during this difficult time. Together, we can help Chico access the treatment he needs and allow him to focus on what matters most—spending time with the people he loves. Thank you for your kindness and generosity during this critical time.

PROUD TO SUPPORT Lawson Needs Our Help RECIPIENT WESTERN 2nd QUARTER 2026

By Brokers Who Care • May 9, 2026

Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Lawson-Needs Our Help our Recipient of the 1st Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Emily Miszk for bringing this Cause to our attention. About a year ago, what appeared to be a routine illness became a life-threatening crisis. Lawson developed massive blood clots, and during a procedure, his heart stopped. He went without oxygen for up to 45 minutes and required CPR and ECMO life support to survive. Against incredible odds, Lawson is still here. He is now off life support, but he sustained significant brain injury. His recovery requires ongoing, intensive therapy, specialized care, and long-term medical support. Before this, Lawson was an active, sports-loving kid, often found at the rink supporting his older brother Cooper—a team captain who continues to show remarkable strength and leadership through it all. Today, Lawson’s family is navigating time away from work, ongoing medical travel, and the emotional and financial weight of rebuilding their lives around his recovery. Your vote is more than financial support—it’s access to therapy, care, and the opportunity for Lawson to reach his fullest potential. Lawson has already shown incredible strength. With our support, his story can continue to be one of resilience, progress, and hope.

PROUD TO SUPPORT Let's Cure Lucas RECIPIENT EASTERN 1st QUARTER 2026

By Brokers Who Care • February 16, 2026

Brokers Who Care voted and we are pleased to announce that we will be sending a cheque in the amount of $10,000 to Let's Cure Lucas - Fighting an Ultra-Rare Genetic Disease our Recipient of the 1st Quarter 2026 vote. Thank you Rocco Mongelli for bringing this Cause to our attention. Lucas Azevedo is a four-year-old with an ultra-rare gene variant affecting the RBM28 gene—a condition so rare that only one other child in the world has been discovered with it. This disease is currently unnamed and has no cure, but his smile and spirit inspire everyone around him. Lucas lives with significant physical challenges. His ultra-rare gene variant affects all four of his limbs, his balance and coordination, his speech, his oral strength, and much more. His muscles are both tight and fragile, making even the simplest movements a challenge against gravity itself. Nothing happens automatically for him—every movement requires intention, strength, and support. The RBM28 variant affects his cerebellum, the area of the brain vital for coordinating voluntary movements, balance, posture, and motor learning. While there is currently no cure, gene therapy has been developed and has proven successful in stopping progression for many ultra-rare diseases. Lucas's family is hopeful about ongoing research and potential breakthroughs. In the meantime, Lucas works incredibly hard six days a week undergoing physiotherapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, swallowing therapy, and hydrotherapy to build strength and independence. His goal is to walk independently, run, jump, and ride a bike. Your support directly funds the therapies and care that allow Lucas to keep fighting and growing stronger. Together, we can help this remarkable little boy achieve his dreams and contribute to the research that may one day lead to a cure. Thank you for standing with Lucas and his family in this urgent fight.