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HelpShawnSmileAgain

HelpShawnSmileAgain

Fundraising for

Shawn Hodge

Fundraising forShawn Hodge
James Edwards

James Edwards

lewisville, Texas

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💙 Help Shawn Smile Again – The $1 Challenge

My name is James, and I’m caring for my younger brother, Shawn. He’s 22 years old, autistic, and one of the strongest people I know.

When Shawn first came to live with me, he was under 100 pounds, over-medicated, and struggling daily. With God’s help and a lot of love, he’s now thriving — healthier, happier, and even running his own YouTube channel called Shawn’s Weather Watch, where he shares his passion for weather.

But one thing we can’t fix alone is his teeth. Years of neglect left him in constant pain. More than half of one tooth broke off, and he needs:

  • Fillings and crowns (9)

  • Surgical extraction (possibly with sedation)

  • All 4 wisdom teeth removed

  • A dental implant to replace the broken tooth

  • Braces to correct alignment (if the previous treatment plan isn't unbearable by Shawn)

Total costs: approx. $20,000.


🌟 The $1 Challenge

We don’t need one person to do it all. We’re asking 20,000 people to give just $1 each.

That’s it. $1 can help Shawn out of pain and into a future where he can smile, work, and thrive.


🎁 How Shawn Gives Back

Shawn doesn’t want this to be “just charity.” He’s proud to offer:

  • Custom weather report videos 🌦️ (just like on Shawn’s Weather Watch)

  • Fun AI-generated songs 🎶

  • Candy treats 🍬

He’s tired of being told “no” because of his autism — and your support helps him say “yes” to life. Visit Shawn's link to see all possible supporter rewards available. 


🌟 Big Dream: A Job

More than anything, Shawn dreams of finding a job where he can contribute and be part of a team. If you know of opportunities in the Dallas–Fort Worth area (Near Lewisville), please reach out.


❤️ Every $1 matters. Every share matters. Every opportunity matters.

Thank you for being part of Shawn’s journey.

With gratitude,

Mary McDevitt

Mary McDevitt

$10 • Recent donation

Mary McDevitt

Mary McDevitt

$10 • Top donation

Kate Cecconi

Kate Cecconi

$5 • First donation

Organizer

James Edwards

James Edwards is the organizer of this fundraiser

HelpShawnSmileAgain
James Edwards

James Edwards

lewisville, Texas

Fundraising for

Shawn Hodge

Fundraising forShawn Hodge
Donation protected
👍 0% fee

💙 Help Shawn Smile Again – The $1 Challenge

My name is James, and I’m caring for my younger brother, Shawn. He’s 22 years old, autistic, and one of the strongest people I know.

When Shawn first came to live with me, he was under 100 pounds, over-medicated, and struggling daily. With God’s help and a lot of love, he’s now thriving — healthier, happier, and even running his own YouTube channel called Shawn’s Weather Watch, where he shares his passion for weather.

But one thing we can’t fix alone is his teeth. Years of neglect left him in constant pain. More than half of one tooth broke off, and he needs:

  • Fillings and crowns (9)

  • Surgical extraction (possibly with sedation)

  • All 4 wisdom teeth removed

  • A dental implant to replace the broken tooth

  • Braces to correct alignment (if the previous treatment plan isn't unbearable by Shawn)

Total costs: approx. $20,000.


🌟 The $1 Challenge

We don’t need one person to do it all. We’re asking 20,000 people to give just $1 each.

That’s it. $1 can help Shawn out of pain and into a future where he can smile, work, and thrive.


🎁 How Shawn Gives Back

Shawn doesn’t want this to be “just charity.” He’s proud to offer:

  • Custom weather report videos 🌦️ (just like on Shawn’s Weather Watch)

  • Fun AI-generated songs 🎶

  • Candy treats 🍬

He’s tired of being told “no” because of his autism — and your support helps him say “yes” to life. Visit Shawn's link to see all possible supporter rewards available. 


🌟 Big Dream: A Job

More than anything, Shawn dreams of finding a job where he can contribute and be part of a team. If you know of opportunities in the Dallas–Fort Worth area (Near Lewisville), please reach out.


❤️ Every $1 matters. Every share matters. Every opportunity matters.

Thank you for being part of Shawn’s journey.

With gratitude,

Organizer

James Edwards

James Edwards is the organizer of this fundraiser

$15of $20,000 goal
2Donors
0Comments
3Share ArrowShares
Mary McDevitt

Mary McDevitt

$10 • Recent donation

Mary McDevitt

Mary McDevitt

$10 • Top donation

Kate Cecconi

Kate Cecconi

$5 • First donation

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