Leander, Texas – A group in Leander, Texas, plans to use the upcoming total solar eclipse to raise awareness and support for a local family. Keith Sobieralski, who works at the Fieldhouse at the Crossover in Leander, has been traveling to Houston with his son Baer for medical treatments. Baer was diagnosed with final-stage chronic kidney disease shortly after his birth in June 2021 and recently received a life-changing kidney transplant. The Fieldhouse will host a watch party during the eclipse and sell raffle tickets for an old Mitsubishi Eclipse, with the proceeds going towards helping the Sobieralski family cover their medical and other expenses.
Many cities and counties in central Texas have issued disaster declarations due to the expected influx of visitors and traffic during the eclipse. We Are Blood, a blood donation organization, is also encouraging people to donate ahead of the event. Sobieralski and his family have faced significant financial burdens due to Baer’s condition and the need to split their time between Leander and Houston. The watch party and raffle organized by the Fieldhouse aim to provide support and help alleviate some of the financial strain on the family. Raffle tickets can be purchased online for $8.
Overall, this event showcases how a community in Leander is coming together to support a local family during the upcoming solar eclipse. The watch party and raffle organized by the Fieldhouse will not only provide an opportunity for people to enjoy the eclipse but also contribute to a greater cause. The fundraising efforts will help the Sobieralski family cover medical expenses and other unexpected costs associated with Baer’s treatment and recovery.
