LEN FORKAS IS DEDICATING HIS 13TH MOUNT EVEREST STOP TO HOPECAM CHILD DMITRI.

Hopecam has made Dmitri feel less isolated and alone. Most of his time is spent in the hospital, so you can feel disconnected from your life. His mom says, “I am proud of Dmitri for doing hard things. He hasn’t ever asked, why me? He is motivated and wants to think of all the things in his life that are ahead of him. He doesn’t focus on the hard. Every day is a challenge for him. His life was turned upside down, and he is inspiring and changing others' lives. He’s optimistic, witty, and charming. He’s a fighter! Thank you for doing this for him. I cry every time I think of you doing this. I hope Dmitri gives you a little strength along the way. He’s the strongest person I know. We FIGHT!!! He will be cured!!!”

Dmitri’s favorite thing to do is run track. When he grows up, he wants to be a brain surgeon. Seeing how his doctors have helped him makes him want to help other people. His favorite way to use Hopecam is to connect with his school. 

”Len, when things get hard, I like to think of my family and friends. They always give me strength. I also pray a lot. I like to talk to God and tell Him how I’m feeling. I also like to think of what I will be able to do once the hard thing I’m doing is over. Thank you for climbing for me!” - Dmitri