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Wrexham co-owner Ryan Reynolds has donated £10,000 to a fundraising campaign for 13-year-old Lexi, a brave girl from Wrexham, who is fighting a rare and aggressive form of heart cancer.
Lexi Collins was diagnosed with the disease in June and has already undergone two open-heart surgeries, had a pacemaker fitted, and is currently receiving intensive chemotherapy.
Despite the challenges, Lexi’s dream is to visit New York City this Christmas – a wish that is now closer to becoming a reality thanks to the support from the community.
The initial fundraiser was set up by Lexi’s family and supported by Wrexham Police FC, who launched their own GoFundMe page to help fund her dream trip. With Reynolds' generous £10,000 donation, the original target of £20,000 has now been reached.
Wrexham Police FC shared the exciting news, saying: "A huge thank you to our friend @VancityReynolds for once again showing his incredible generosity. Because of his support, Lexi will be heading to New York when she’s feeling well enough. Not all heroes wear capes, this one wears a red and black suit."
A huge thank you to our friend @VancityReynolds for once again showing his incredible generosity. Because of his support, Lexi will be heading to New York when she’s feeling well enough. Not all heroes wear capes, this one wears a red and black suit ✈️🗽🇺🇸 Thank you! 🙏… pic.twitter.com/xM271XJBGf
In addition to Reynolds' contribution, there is also a separate GoFundMe page set up by Lexi’s family to cover costs for potential overseas treatment, travel, and the substantial medical expenses associated with her fight against cancer.
