A young man named Eric passed away this Independence Day.

Eric De La Cruz died while awaiting a heart transplant that was denied and delayed because he could not get insurance due to a pre-existing condition. Despite five years of desperate attempts by his courageous mother and sister, Eric died. Despite a remarkable online campaign that attracted thousands of supporters from all over the world and nearly a million dollars to pay his uncovered medical expenses, Eric died. And despite repeated pleas for help to those whose hands were tied by the system, Eric died.

This website is dedicated to inspiring others to fight for health care reform that would make stories like Eric’s a thing of the past. Please consider the many ways in which you can take action now to help this important cause. By contacting your elected officials, committing to organ donation, spreading Eric’s story, or simply getting better informed on health care reform, even a small effort can make a huge difference in our country’s future.

Please watch this website for updates and activities to be announced soon, including more details on the Eric De La Cruz Memorial Fund and more ways you can help honor Eric’s memory.