The Delta Tau Delta Fraternity is now raising money and public awareness to aide two year-old Tripp Roth and his family in their time of need.
Roth, from Ponchatoula, La., was born with a rare genetic skin disorder known as Junctional Epidermolysis Bullosa, commonly known as EB, an extremely rare and painful condition.
EB affects less than one in a million people in the US. The disorder negatively affects the production of the protein collagen, which makes the skin strong and flexible. As a result, the body’s tissues, such as skin, are left extremely fragile and susceptible to abrasions and painful blisters from the slightest friction or minor trauma. Those, like Tripp, who suffer from this disease rarely live to 2-years-old. Tripp is 28-months-old.
Courtney Roth updates the status of her son’s condition on a regular basis on her blog community.”
Tripp has undergone several surgeries and procedures in his short life, but has continued to surpass his doctors’ and his family’s expectations. Delta Tau Delta is asking that you help them by participating in their annual ‘Delts-do-a-Thousand’ fundraiser.
Delta Tau Delta is conducting a fundraiser in the Union on Sept. 26-28 by shaking cans and riding an exercise bike for spare change in support of Tripp Roth and his family.
Delta Tau Delta Community Service Chairman Hunter Carter is hopeful for this fundraiser, and its outcome.
“I hope that this fundraiser will raise more awareness about Tripp so more people can help,” said Carter.
Colletti, in a request for help from students, said, “We are not asking you to donate everything you have… every little bit matters and can make a difference. It is going to a great cause, please help someone receive a little relief during a difficult