Gift of Parenthood
Help Marquita and Dominique build a family

Help Marquita and Dominique build a family

Organized by Marquita Leatherman.

$1,080

of $10,000

14

donors

$8,920

to go

Their story

My name is Marquita Leatherman. My wife Dominique and I have been trying to build our family for almost 5 years . This has definitely been one roller coaster journey, but we're in for the ride. We have been married for almost 6 years and together for almost 13 years. Our relationship is filled with love and support for others and each other. We are so ready to share that love with our bundle(s) of joy. Our fertility journey began in 2017, and in 2018, we received our 1st positive pregnancy through intrauterine insemination (IUI); unfortunately, that pregnancy was an ectopic. That did not stop us from going from continuing; it fueled us to continue even more. In November of 2020, I was diagnosed with PCOS. We were devastated; we thought that our journey was coming to an end, but my wife helped motivate me to keep rolling. In January 2021, we found out my left fallopian tube was severely blocked; we still preservered kept trying. From 2017 to 2021, we had 5 medicated IUIs and 1 emergency surgery. We decided to start in vitro fertilization (IVF) in 2022, but unfortunately, thus far, we've has 2 unsuccessful embryo transfers. We've survived this far with hope, love, and support from each other and our friends and family. We have 17 unfertilized eggs remaining and are ready for another embryo transfer. We are seeking assistance in funding our next round of IVF so that we can pay for the procedure, medication, and donor sperm. We would greatly appreciate your help with any amount you can donate. Thank you in advance for reading and your donations.

14 believers

Newest first
  • Oscar Caballero II$50
  • Zariel Volter$100
  • Shaniquea Fisher$20
  • Cherille Simpson Riles$10
  • Andrea Jenkins$50
  • Jamala Williams$25
  • Lonnie Mosby“Thank you for donating to our fundraiser! Every dollar counts and puts us closer to our goal. We appreciate your selfless action more than we could ever express. Infertility is an emotional roller coaster, but with your support, we are hopeful for a happy ending. Thanks again!”$50
  • Kyiana Flowers$30
  • Keara Antwine“Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it. With your donation, we can continue on our path to parenthood. Though this journey isn’t easy, people (like you) who give out of the kindness of their hearts are the reason we remain hopeful. We look forward to celebrating when we become parents someday. When we do, we will think about those that donated and made it possible. THANK YOU!”$25
  • Sheka Sims“Hey, you! Your donation just made our day. Giving selflessly to someone else is beautiful, and it truly changes lives. With your generosity, we can continue to pursue our dream of parenthood. You are part of our journey now, and I’m so blessed that you’ve shared your kind spirit with us. If you feel so inclined, please share this fundraiser with your family, friends, or colleagues using this link: https://giftofparenthood.org/fundraiser/help-marquita-and-dominique-build-a-family/ Thank You!”$20
  • Shelly Murdock“Grateful doesn’t even begin to cover it. With your donation, we can continue on our path to parenthood. Though this journey isn’t easy, people (like you) who give out of the kindness of their hearts are the reason we remain hopeful. We look forward to celebrating when we become parents someday. When we do, we will think about those that donated and made it possible. THANK YOU!”$200
  • Ashley ONeal“Thank you for donating to our fundraiser! Every dollar counts and puts us closer to our goal. We appreciate your selfless action more than we could ever express. Infertility is an emotional roller coaster, but with your support, we are hopeful for a happy ending. If you feel so inclined, please share this fundraiser with your family, friends, or colleagues using this link: https://giftofparenthood.org/fundraiser/help-marquita-and-dominique-build-a-family/ Thanks again!”$50
  • Shantonai Johnson$50
  • Dominique LeathermanTop donor$400