Teammattferg

10/20/2025

The update you’ve all been waiting for: MATT HAS GOTTEN A KIDNEY!

Matt’s aunt, Janet, found out she was a match. On Wednesday, October 15, the transplant took place. Both are recovering fabulously. Janet has been discharged, and Matt should be soon.

Thank you all for your continued support of Matt in this journey. We are all so excited to see what the future holds for Matt and his kidney.

01/14/2025

Looking for a way to support Matt? Consider donating to help him with medical bills!

See his GoFundMe here: https://gofund.me/a4efb8c8

You can also learn more about Matt and his health here!

Hi my name is Matt Fergen and over the years, I've faced Kidney Cancer at 4… Matthew Fergen needs your support for Matt's Ongoing Battle: Your Support Matters

06/02/2024

TeamMattFerg was at the game last night representing! Did you see them?!

05/05/2024

When his friends and family were asked to describe Matt in one word, many said: SPORTS! Read on to see what they said.

-Matt is a super fan. If not watching an event in person, he is most certainly watching it on TV and cheering his team on, whether it be GU basketball, the Seattle Mariners or Husky football. And sometimes WSU!
- Matt has always loved sports and grew up playing baseball,soccer, basketball, golf, rugby, and bowling. As a communications major at Gonzaga, Matt was great at broadcasting sports events for GUTV.
- Matt has found himself in the rough many times and faces the course bravely. This time he needs help getting out.

04/21/2024

When Matt’s loved ones were asked to use a word to describe him, many used KIND! Here is what they had to say:

-Matt’s kindness is behind the scenes. He always has time for the little guy and doesn’t need to be the center of attention. You will never find a better friend, through thick or thin.

-From the oldest to the youngest, Matt is attentive, present, and very kind to all. He is a gentle soul
who cares well for the people in his life.

04/19/2024

When asked to describe Matt in a word, many responses were: FUNNY! Here is what his loved ones have to say:

-Matt is never going to be the loudest at a party, but he may very well be the funniest. His quick, quiet one-liners sneak up on you. Wherever Matt is, you will find laughter in the room.

-He is a funny guy. Not in-your-face funny, but quiet, smirking-in-the-background with hilarious
commentary funny, making wise cracks that only the special few get to hear!

- Matt delivers his humor in a dry, deadpan manner, always with perfect timing.

04/18/2024

Childhood cancer took one of Matt’s kidneys, but
the one he kept was up to the task. It saw him through
wrestling matches with his brothers, endless hours on
his local sports fields, four rigorous years of study at
and a fast-paced career. It has been
a loyal fan to all of Matt’s favorite PNW teams and has
walked every golf course mile.

Most importantly, this one hero of a kidney has allowed Matt to be there for, and with, his family and
friends. His quiet strength is a cornerstone, and everything he sends out into the world is a piece of what the world needs. This is because Matt has always known what matters, and lives accordingly.

Right now, time is not on Matt’s side. His kidney failed over a year ago, and he is entering his second
year on dialysis. The life expectancy of someone on dialysis is five years, with the expected wait for a
kidney in the US being three to five years. There are 100,000 people waiting.

The only way to mitigate these daunting numbers is through live kidney donation. Is this where you
come in? Do you have a piece of your timeline to share? (Important fact: kidney donation does not
shorten the donor’s lifespan.) If you are curious about how it all works, or, to find out if you are a match,
please visit teammattferg.com or follow the links in our bio. You can also call the program directly at (206) 598-3627. The University of Washington Medical Center is where Matt’s transplant would take place, and where he currently receives dialysis. The living donor process is commitment free and completely anonymous whether you are gathering information or testing for compatibility. Again, thank you so much for your time. Living donation is on the rise, offering hope, alternatives, and possibilities to thousands – and to
Matt.

04/10/2024

All Dawgs, all the time!! we need your help in spreading Matt’s story so we can get him a new kidney.

Matt is a ride or die Dawgs fan!

04/05/2024

We need YOU to join the living kidney donor list. Link in our bio!

03/30/2024

Meet some of Matt’s extended family!!

03/22/2024

Meet Matt’s immediate family! His mom Chris, dad Paul, and brothers Eric and Brett. They have had so many family vacations and incredible memories together. With the help of a new kidney, we can make sure these memories continue!

03/19/2024

Make sure you go check out www.teammattferg.com! There’s a direct link there to learn more about the living kidney donor program and to sign up!