A PLEA FOR HELP

I normally do not like to draw attention to myself but I do wish to get my story out.

I need help. I think it's difficult to ask for help when I so much feel other people could use the help instead of me. 

Here's my situation:

As you know I am deaf and blind by Usher Syndrome. I have lost nearly all of my remaining vision. I have one Cochlear Implant that works very well. However, I am in need to get the left ear Implanted. This is a medical necessity rather than a mere option due to blindness.

Secondly, my wife suffers from a brain injury from a car accident four years ago. She is no longer able to support the family. By obtaining the 2nd CI would enable me to retrun to the Division of Services for the Blind and Visually Impaired, recieve training, and pursue my graduate studies so I can provide for my family. 

Communication has been the big barrier for someone who is almost totally blind and profoundly deaf. Now the gift of hearing has been given back to me, I can return to pursue my dreams.

I need to raise $15,000 to pay for my out of pocket portion of the surgery. These do not come cheap. It cost $75,000 just for one implant. 

Will you help me? Does anyone know of a Private Family Foundation or other charitable group that would wing me to raise these funds? 

I am at a loss and surgery is scheduled for June 27th.