Military
Fundraiser for critically ill Air Force veteran and chef Todd Meyer
Military
Illness
New York
Created February 11th, 2025

Todd always brings a smile to whatever he is doing.  His positivity is contagious and his ability to focus and strong work ethic brings comfort to his family and friends. Todd is able to show his passion for cooking by being an amazing chef.  He retired from his restaurant (Great Take Out of Massapequa) that he had in Massapequa for over 20 years.  He is an Air Force veteran and gives back whenever he can. Todd was a firefighter in the Air Force.  He volunteers for the feed the hungry and cooks for Temple Am Echad for people in Lynbrook who are unable to leave their home or are in need of food.  He volunteered in the fall to do a clean-up at the Lido Beach and will help anyone in need, especially helping to feed the community.  

Todd is a dedicated father and an inspiration to family and friends with his ability to guide his kids is a positive way.  Todd is a shining example of what a father should be and has two successful daughters in college. Todd is not only a step dad to Baia but a Dad who stepped up and continues to do so.  

When a minor procedure turned into Todd’s worst nightmare he was sent to the  Intensive Care Unit for over one week. He remains critically ill. That generous heart that he has shared with everyone around him, he is fighting hard to keep. All measures are being taken to stabilize him, heal him, and bring him back to us. Todd and Janna are very humble and wouldn’t normally ask anyone for anything but due to the seriousness of the situation, they need help now.  

Todd’s talented and creative wife Janna has been dedicated to Todd by staying by his side but it can be expensive with medical bills and other bills piling up.  Let’s be there for Todd and his family just as we know he would be for us. Please consider donating to Todd and his family to help ease some of the burden of this stressful time.   


Updates

March 3rd, 2025
Ellen Berghorn, Organizer

Big THANK YOU to everyone who donated to Todd Meyer.  Todd is home now (with a new heart) and doing well.   He is still on a healing journey.   Please consider donating no matter how big or small. Every bit helps and Todd and his family are grateful for any amount you can donate! If you cannot donate, please share this post https://fundthefirst.com/campaign/fundraiser-for-critically-ill-air-force-veteran-and-chef-todd-meyer-bs57mv. Let us continue to pray and spread positivity to Todd and his family. 

February 21st, 2025
Ellen Berghorn, Organizer

Great news to share: Todd’s heart transplant was a success and his new heart is pumping strong.  He is grateful to his donor and their family for the gift and this second chance.  It is still a long road ahead filled with physical and occupational therapy but we know he will come through stronger and can't wait to get back to his family and life. 

Todd is striving in his recovery process.  He is awake and able to talk.  We are incredibly thankful to all of you for your continued prayers, positive thoughts, and donations. 

February 12th, 2025
Ellen Berghorn, Organizer

Todd is waiting for a new heart and your comments are giving him hope.  Let's keep celebrating Todd and encouraging him to keep staying positive.  

Donations & Comments

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Deborah Cohen
Deborah Cohen donated $100
1 month ago
Ann Benedict
Ann Benedict donated $50

Wishing you a speedy recovery.

1 month ago
Nancy Gordon
Nancy Gordon donated $25

I hope you have a speedy recovery. Nancy Gordon

1 month ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $36

Thoughts and prayers now and throughout your recovery.

1 month ago
Rachel Lucks-Hecht
Rachel Lucks-Hecht donated $100

So glad he’s on the road to recovery 💖

1 month ago
Mackenzie Monaco
Mackenzie Monaco donated $100
1 month ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $18

Wishing Todd the best.

1 month ago
Jillian Yuni
Jillian Yuni donated $30

from the Yuni family

1 month ago
Mary Stolfa
Mary Stolfa donated $200
1 month ago
Zack Ordynans
Zack Ordynans donated $100

Wishing you all the best!

1 month ago

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Fundraiser for critically ill Air Force veteran and chef Todd Meyer
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