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A Man Who Refuses to Give Up
For David Anthony "Christopher" Gervais, life has always been about hard work and perseverance. As a former labourer and handyman, he spent years working with contractors and taking on private jobs to make ends meet. But in December 2018, one job changed his life forever.

While working on a roof in Siparia, installing flashbands to prevent leaks, the heat from the galvanize burned the bottom of his foot, creating an ulcer that would become the beginning of an unimaginable journey.

David, who had already been living with diabetes for 30 years, sought immediate hospital care. The ulcer appeared to be healing at first, but soon, an infection spread to his great toe, forcing him to undergo amputation in 2019.

A year later, despite ongoing medical visits, the infection had silently continued spreading. By the time it was caught, it was too late. The doctors had no choice but to amputate his right leg, below the knee.

Learning to Live Without a Leg – A Battle of Strength & Pain
David was given crutches, but no one taught him how to use them. He had to figure it out on his own through trial, error, and sheer willpower. He refused to stagnate and refused to confine himself to a wheelchair, even though the crutches were never meant to last this long.

Now, at 59 years old, as he approaches his 60th birthday, the fight has only become harder. His life today is a daily battle of endurance, pain, and faith:

Every single day, despite the severe pain, he travels from La Brea to San Fernando using his crutches—a journey that would be exhausting for anyone, but for him, it’s almost unbearable.
His only source of income is his NIS payments of $1,600 TTD per month—barely enough to cover basic necessities, let alone the cost of a prosthetic leg.
His crutches, now over 5 years old, have damaged the nerves in his arms, leaving him in constant pain. He has lost so much strength that even opening a bottle of water is a struggle.

A prosthetic leg is not just about walking—it’s about survival. He knows that if he doesn’t get one soon, his arms will fail him completely, and he will have no choice but to rely on a wheelchair, which would limit his independence even further.

How I Met David – A Moment That Changed My Perspective & Why I Had to Help
I first met Mr. David Gervais in February 2025, during my commute from work. I had stopped by a small store on High Street, San Fernando, to grab a quick snack before heading to the gym. While eating my snack, I decided to take a seat.

That’s when David spoke up.
"You should sit while you eat," he said kindly, as if looking out for me.
And then, almost as if it was meant to be, he followed with a question—
"Do you believe in miracles?"
I paused, considering the weight of the question, before answering, "Yes."
He nodded in agreement, and from there, he began sharing his story—his journey of perseverance, his daily struggle on crutches, and his dream of obtaining a prosthetic leg. He spoke of how, every single day, he travels to San Fernando to ask for small donations, holding onto the hope that one day he’ll walk again.
As I listened, I found myself caught between his reality and my own.

I thought about my life—the things I took for granted. The simple act of walking, moving freely, and being able to work on myself, physically. In that moment, I was confronted with my own mortality—how easily something so fundamental, something I had never given a second thought, could be taken away.
David's story reminded me of how blessed I am. No matter the struggles I face, I still have my body, my health, my ability to work, to train, and to improve myself. Whatever minor pains or hardships I might complain about, they paled in comparison to his reality. And yet, he wasn’t complaining, he was fighting.

Something in me knew I couldn’t just walk away.

I told him, "I have an idea. I don’t know exactly how to do this—I’ve never done anything like it before, but I want to help." And even still, without hesitation, he accepted. He gave me his contact information with nothing more than faith—faith that a stranger he had just met might actually help him take a step toward his goal.

That’s why I started this fundraiser. Because David deserves a chance. And if there’s anything I’ve learned from meeting him, it’s that sometimes, we have to be the miracle someone else is waiting for.

He’s Done Everything He Can – Now He Needs Your Help
For the past two years, David has been tirelessly saving every dollar he can, asking for small donations from strangers during his daily travels. He has managed to gather $6,000 TTD, but he still needs $14,000 TTD more to reach his goal.

The prosthetic leg and installation will cost $20,000 TTD, and the company providing the service (T&T Orthotics & Prosthetics, LLC, LTD.) is based in Port of Spain, Trinidad.

David has already agreed to sign a legally binding document, ensuring that every dollar donated goes directly toward his prosthetic leg, medical procedures, and rehabilitation.

How You Can Help

Donate – Any amount, no matter how small, brings David one step closer to walking again.
Share this campaign – If you can’t donate, please spread the word! The more people who see this, the better his chances of reaching his goal.
Keep him in your prayers – David believes in God’s plan and holds onto hope that help will come.

David Has Fought Alone for Too Long – Let’s Fight With Him
David doesn’t want pity—he wants a chance. A chance to move freely, to live without constant pain, and to regain the independence he lost.
He has fought every day to overcome the impossible. Now, let’s show him he doesn’t have to fight alone.
Medical Care: La Brea Health Centre / San Fernando General Hospital, Trinidad
Prosthetic Provider: T&T Orthotics & Prosthetics, LLC, LTD., based in Port of Spain, Trinidad

Thank you for your kindness and generosity! Together, we can help David take his first steps again!
Quotation for Prosthetic Leg

Anonymous donated $675

Glad to meet you David. Will share with friends.
Anonymous donated $135
Anonymous donated $68
Laurine Jones donated $1,013

I truly hope you'll walk again

Update (March 14th, 2026):

It brings me great joy to share that Mr. David Gervais has successfully received his prosthetic leg through a remarkable initiative by the Jaipur Foot Camp, supported by the Government of Trinidad and Tobago and the Indian High Commission. This was a tremendous blessing, and the primary goal of this campaign has been achieved.

Throughout this journey, Mr. Gervais continued to work tirelessly toward regaining his mobility by seeking assistance wherever possible and reaching out to others. His perseverance has paid off, and as of October 21st, 2025, he is walking again.

Following this development, I contacted the FundMeTT platform to request that all donations be refunded to contributors, as the prosthetic leg itself was provided at no cost. Unfortunately, I was informed by the platform administrators that refunds are not possible, and that the funds raised must be paid out to the campaign creator.

The total amount raised: $1,890.00.
The payout is currently: $1,562.59

After careful discussion with Mr. Gervais, we agreed that the most ethical and appropriate use of these funds would be to address medical needs directly related to his continued mobility and comfort.

While the prosthetic leg was provided free of charge, it has caused significant bruising and irritation to his residual limb. To reduce pain and prevent further injury, Mr. Gervais now needs to purchase a prosthetic jet sleeve, which is a medically necessary accessory for safe and comfortable use of the prosthesis. The cost of this item is substantial, as it costs $2,700.00 TTD.

Given that the funds cannot be refunded and cannot be applied to the prosthetic leg itself, all donated funds will be used exclusively toward the purchase of this prosthetic jet sleeve and any directly related physical therapy costs.

I want to sincerely thank everyone who donated, shared, or supported this effort. Your generosity continues to make a real and meaningful difference in Mr. Gervais’ quality of life, even beyond the original goal of this campaign.
If anyone has questions or concerns, I welcome them openly. Transparency and accountability remain our highest priorities.

With gratitude,
Jerreid
jerreid.jones1@gmail.com