Anthony of Preston Hollow Elementary.

The Preston Hollow Elementary community are hoping to raise $25,000 for a Patriot family facing hard times.

Young Anthony has been battling a life-threatening illness and on Jan. 6, he underwent surgery related to his ailment. Doctors discovered the damage to his eyes was too severe, and the 5-year-old will live with permanently marred vision.

He has two siblings and a single mother who is struggling to provide Anthony with the constant care he needs. All funds given to the GoFundMe page will help the family pay for medical and care-taking expenses.