An unexpected operation can hit like a one-two punch—first the health news, then the eye-watering medical bills. According to Kaiser, 25% of U.S. adults delay care because they can’t shoulder those out-of-pocket costs. Many people have no idea how to raise money for surgery. Yet thousands of families prove every year that clear, heartfelt storytelling and a supportive community can erase that financial shadow. Follow the roadmap below to turn anxiety into action, rally donors with con...