Invisible threads are the strongest ties.​

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Three parents and one grandparent united to establish The Feeding Tube Foundation, driven by a shared vision of creating a global community for connection, awareness, education, and support. Spanning four different states, backgrounds, and experiences with feeding tube dependency, they forged a common path.

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Four visionaries – Amy White, Chelsey Hempel, Marissa Mead, and Margie Baxter – embarked on the mission to create a comprehensive organization. They aspired for global support, engagement in research, and partnerships with clinicians to enhance care, communication, and connections.

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In this union of four, a multitude found solace, discovering they were not alone in their journey.