Military
Warrior
Military
Illness
United States
Connecticut
Created August 10th, 2026

Chris Chatwin began his military career with the Marines as a 0311and after 8 years of dedicated service he then joined the Army as an Infantryman where he continued his service for several more years. 

Chris went on five combat deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. Over the course of his deployments, he sustained a traumatic brain injury (TBI). In 2012, Chris was diagnosed with neuro, cardio, pulmonary, and orthopedic sarcoidosis caused from the extended exposure to burn pits during his deployments to Iraq and Afghanistan. The condition causes bi-lateral leg limb salvage, left arm and hand limb salvage, hemi-paralysis, and internal injuries. This incurable disease affects the cells in organs throughout the body. 

Chris is a father to three beautiful children and is now struggling to make financial ends meet due to his physical disabilities. This decorated war hero needs our help as he battles this disease.  

Updates

September 25th, 2026
Joshua Pratt, Organizer

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who so generously supported Chris and his family. Your kindness and generosity truly mean more than words can express.

I recently spoke with Chris, and he became emotional and cried on the phone when I told him about the fundraiser and the incredible support everyone has shown. He wanted me to personally thank each and every one of you. He said he simply cannot put into words how much your generosity and kindness have meant to him and his family during this difficult time.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for coming together to support Chris and his family. Your generosity, compassion, and thoughtfulness will never be forgotten. 🙏❤️


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Quality Subaru
Quality Subaru donated $200
2 months ago
Edward Chen
Edward Chen donated $100
2 months ago
Mike Ward
Mike Ward donated $100
2 months ago
Robert Bennett
Robert Bennett donated $100

Thanks and prayers!

2 months ago
Christopher Carey
Christopher Carey donated $100

Thank you for your service!

2 months ago
Peter Zagorski
Peter Zagorski donated $200
2 months ago
Anonymous
Anonymous donated $500
2 months ago
Morton Cafarelli
Morton Cafarelli donated $250
2 months ago
Mike & Donna Buechel
Mike & Donna Buechel donated $50
2 months ago
Angela Cafarelli
Angela Cafarelli donated $100
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