Friends of Ecuador

Leach Family Tragedy

Dear Friends and Colleagues:
As many of you know, Kirk and Danielle Leach and their family -the former Peace Corps Deputy Director in Quito- left Ecuador last summer when their 3 year old little boy, Mason, was diagnosed with a malignant brain tumor. After a courageous 15 month fight against cancer, Mason passed away last night at home in Arlington, VA, surrounded by his friends and family. Our thoughts and prayers are with the Leach family at this difficult time.

In response to your inquiries on how to help, the US Embassy is planning to make a contribution (as per the family’s request) to the pediatric oncology floor at Children’s Hospital in Washington, DC through a fund established by the Leach Family: Mason Leach’s Super Star Fund. Any amount will would be greatly appreciated in support of the research and treatment of children with cancer.

If you would like to contribute, please bring your donation to Ximena Velez in the Management Office this week. (Cash or US checks accepted. US checks should be made out to Mason Leach’s Super Star Fund.)

For more information about this family’s brave struggle against brain cancer, or memorial services for Mason, you may visit their personal blog website at: http://www.masonleach.blogspot.com/

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and solidarity as we help to show our love and support for Mason’s family during this incredibly difficult time.

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