Walmart Employee With Cancer Raises Over $40K for Chemotherapy Costs

A Walmart employee diagnosed with aggressive testicular cancer has raised more than $44,000 through crowdfunding to help cover chemotherapy costs. Michael DePew, 28, was told he had about three months to live and turned to a GoFundMe after starting treatment needs quickly. The campaign’s initial goal was $30,000, and donations were reported as already surpassing that target. According to the GoFundMe, contributions are intended to cover surgery, chemotherapy, scans, lab work, doctor appointments, travel, lost wages, rent, and bills. An update from journalist Natasha Del Toro said DePew was able to begin his first round of chemo, and Walmart agreed to provide health insurance, while donations continue until coverage takes effect.