About Pato
Meet Pato
Patrizio — everyone calls him Pato — is one of those children who makes a room brighter just by being in it. At 8 years old, he is kind, happy, and somehow still finds reasons to laugh every single day. He has a beautiful smile and an amazing heart.
Pato was diagnosed with Hyper IgM Syndrome, a rare and life-threatening immune deficiency that leaves his body unable to fight infections on its own. He depends on regular immunoglobulin treatments to stay healthy — without them, even a common infection can become dangerous.
Pato also carries his big brother Massimo with him. In his own quiet way, he keeps Massimo's memory alive every day.
His father
Jonathan's story
My name is Jonathan, and I am the proud father of two incredible boys.
Several years ago, both of my sons were diagnosed with Hyper IgM Syndrome. Four years ago, we lost my oldest son, Massimo. He was only 11. That loss changed everything — and it made me more determined than ever to give Pato every chance possible.
Caring for Pato is my priority above everything else. Over the past few years, that has meant reducing my ability to work, navigating a system that doesn't always have the medication Pato needs, and covering the gaps myself — travel to specialists, medications, and all the unexpected costs that come with raising a child with a rare condition.
I am not asking for sympathy. I am asking for help so that Pato can have the stable, healthy childhood every child deserves.
Pato's older brother Massimo also lived with Hyper IgM Syndrome. He passed away four years ago at age 11. Pato talks to him still. Jonathan carries them both.
The diagnosis
What is Hyper IgM Syndrome?
Hyper IgM Syndrome (HIGM) is a rare primary immunodeficiency disorder. The immune system cannot produce the antibodies needed to fight common infections, leaving patients entirely dependent on external treatment to survive.
While a bone marrow transplant is the only known cure for Hyper IgM Syndrome, Pato's immediate need is ensuring his monthly immunoglobulin treatments are never interrupted. That is what this campaign is focused on.
How to help
Donate through GoFundMe
GoFundMe is the official platform for this campaign. Every donation goes directly to Jonathan to cover Pato's immunoglobulin treatments, medical travel, medications, and care.
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Pato's life-saving infusions cost approximately $40,000 MXN per month. When government supply runs out, the family covers this privately.
Regular trips to medical specialists in Mexico City for consultations, tests, and ongoing care.
Prescription medications, emergency treatments, and the day-to-day medical costs of managing a rare immune condition.
Giving Jonathan the ability to focus on Pato's care without the constant pressure of gaps in funding.
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Updates
Campaign timeline
The family posts updates here as the campaign progresses. Every entry is dated and transparent.
Full updates on GoFundMe ↗Campaign launched
The official campaign to support Pato's monthly treatments is now live. Thank you to everyone who has already shared and donated. Every bit of support reaches Jonathan and Pato directly.
Future updates will appear here
FAQ
Common questions
We want this campaign to be as transparent as possible. If you have a question that isn't answered here, the full story is on GoFundMe.
What happens next
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Community initiative
$Stay Strong Token
Stay Strong is a community initiative created to support Pato's fight against Hyper IgM Syndrome, raise awareness, and bring more people to the official donation campaign.
Stay Strong ($PATO) is a community initiative created to raise awareness of Pato's campaign. It is not an investment, does not represent ownership or equity, and does not promise financial returns. To support Pato directly, please donate through the official GoFundMe campaign or the verified Solana wallet shown on this website.
Want to actually help Pato? Donate directly through GoFundMe or send SOL to the official wallet above. That is the only way your support reaches the family.
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