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Update: Disneyland Fundraiser Passes $200k, Quickly Rising, For Child Bullied For Dwarfism

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Updated Story February 21, 2020:

It is now being reported that the GoFundMe campaign started by comedian Brad Williams has now surpassed the $200,000 mark, and it continues to rise! As of 9:45 am on February 21, the GoFundMe campaign is over $240,000 and still brings in money by the minutes.

Quaden’s mother, Yarraka, is saying “It’s every parent’s worst nightmare; losing their babies, and that’s my reality every day.”

“It’s tough, but it’s also strengthening. It’s brought a whole family together. It’s brought a whole community together. It’s brought the short-statured people of the world together to ensure he’s safe.”

Quaden Bayles
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We love all of the positivity and support for this young boy. We wish him nothing but the best!

Original Story February 20, 2020:

In recent news, an upsetting video went viral of a nine-year-old child crying and saying that he wants to die after being bullied.

Quaden was born with Achondroplasia, a form of Dwarfism, and his mother, Yarraka Bayles, shared the heartbreaking video of her son online. Why? Well, she wanted the message to get out. She tried to raise awareness of how much bullying can impact someone.

This video currently has over 10 million views, and it has not only received a ton of positive comments. Still, it has even touched several people who have personal experiences with being bullied. Some of which have even decided to do something for Quaden.

Quaden Bayles
Credit: Yarraka Bayles/Facebook

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Comedian Brad Williams Plays His Part

Brad Williams, a famous comedian, also has Achondroplasia. Williams saw this story, and as you can imagine, it hit very close to home for him. So what did Williams do? Well, the comedian decided to put his foot down and do something about it. He raised $10,000 to send Quaden and his mother from Australia to Disneyland Resort in California.

“I’m setting up this GoFundMe to let Quaden know that bullying will not be tolerated and that he is a wonderful human who deserves joy. I want to fly Quaden and his mother to America, get them a nice hotel and bring them to Disneyland,” Williams wrote in his GoFundMe campaign, which you can view here.

He continued, “This isn’t just for Quaden. This is for anyone who has been bullied and told they weren’t good enough. Let’s show Quaden and others that it is good in the world and they are worthy of it.”

But what’s even better? The fact that Williams has agreed to, once the trip is paid for, donate any leftover money from the campaign to anti-bullying charities.

The GoFundMe campaign was up not even 24 hours before, not only reaching the $10,000 mark but raising over $30,000 (and the numbers continue to grow).

“Aside from a few bullies who are bullying me for taking a stand against bullies, this fundraiser is unreal,” Williams tweeted. “So amazing to see all sorts of people come together. Quaden is going to have the time of his life! And it’s all thanks to you!”

The Response (From Celebrities and Twitter Users Everywhere)

This story has even reached other celebrities like Hugh Jackman, who also took to social media, posting this heartfelt video message to Quaden.

Jeffrey Dean Morgan also posted a heartfelt video on Twitter, reaching out to the young boy. “I want you to know that you have friends, me included. I am your buddy. You haven’t met me yet, but we’ll see if we can change that.”

Twitter users worldwide have been touched by Quaden’s story and were completely blown away after realizing the success of the GoFundMe campaign. “If God created one person to help this kid, it’s certainly you, Brad,” one Twitter user wrote. “You have a big heart, and I am confident you can help raise this kid’s self-esteem.”

Another Twitter user writes to Brad Williams, “You are amazing for doing this for him and others that are bullied. I hope things improve for him. There is far too much hate and ignorance in this world.”

And another user wrote, “Thank you for the initiative. You’ve changed this kid’s life forever.”

Because of the viral video, Quaden has received so much love and support and even had the opportunity to meet National Australian Rugby League All-Star Latrell Mitchell.

The heartwarming moment was posted to Instagram by New Zealand-Samoan actress Teuila Blakelyshared, which you can view below.

But one of the best moments — when the Indigenous All-Stars team posted this video to their Twitter page. “Hey Quaden, how you were going, cuz?” the video began.

The video continued a ton of support and positivity, including them, stating:

“Just want to wish you all the best brother. We know you’re going through a hard time right now but the boys are here, we’ve got your back.”

And then, the heartfelt video ended with the entire team giving nine-year-old Quaden a big round of applause.

You can watch the original video posted by Quaden’s mother below:

This is the impacts of bullying! I seriously don’t know what else to do! ?

Posted by Yarraka Bayles on Tuesday, February 18, 2020

Source: Distractify

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Kelly Coffey

Having been a Walt Disney World Annual Passholder since 2017, Kelly loves visiting the Most Magical Place on Earth where she can typically be found people watching on the Tomorrowland Transit Authority PeopleMover, relaxing at Baseline Tap House, snacking on Mickey-shaped foods, sipping on adult beverages on Sunset Boulevard, or hanging out with her foolish mortals at the Haunted Mansion.

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