After 4-Year-Old’s Medical Donations Are Stolen, Community Steps In to Restore Hope
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Cashton Krause is a 4-year-old with cerebral palsy who often has to travel to far-flung places for treatments. His granddad was completely shocked that someone would steal his medical donation jar that he had set up in his shop. But he didn’t have to worry too much, because the community immediately rallied around to help.
4-Year-Old’s Medical Donation Jar Is Stolen
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David Jagler, Cashton’s grandfather, also sold golf balls and chocolate bars in his store to raise money for Cashton.
“Someone saw the opportunity to go take a little extra cash for themselves, not caring that it’s for a sick little guy,” David said through tears.
Cashton’s family recently lost their home to a tornado. They’ve been living in a temporary home that is not handicap accessible, and it’s been a struggle for the family. In the midst of it, they want to do everything they can for Cashton, including getting special treatments that aren’t covered by insurance.
Cashton’s Family Is Already Facing an Overwhelming Season
Cashton’s mom, Jennifer Imhoff, said, “It’s a lot. We already had our plates very full with Cashton and things that come along with having a child with a brain injury, and it just kind of added another level of stress that we didn’t really need on our plates.”
When the community in Wausau, Wisconsin, heard about the donation jar theft, many more than made up for it in personal donations. People have left $100 bills in the jar and have even mailed in donations.
The Community Responds With Even Greater Generosity
The family is now so blessed by the community’s unexpected generosity. It’s a terrible thing that someone would steal a donation jar meant to get medical help for a boy with a severe condition. However, there is hope even in the darkness, and support from others clearly can go a long way. It means a lot to this family.
“Carry each other’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ." Galatians 6:2
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Michaela Gordoni is an avid reader and part-time globe-trotter. With a bachelor's degree in International Relations and experience in the non-profit world, she has a passion for people and reporting. You can check out her portfolio here.
Originally published November 09, 2026.
