A GoFundMe for Tim Cronin has nearly reached its $90k goal. The fundraiser was created nearly a month ago for the Monster Magnet’s founding member, drummer, and later bassist, after he was diagnosed with ALS. The GoFundMe was founded by Tim’s stepdaughter Carrie.

Donate here:
https://gofund.me/baa44710

Hey friends! Tim’s stepdaughter Maggie here –

I am at a complete loss to put into words our awe and gratitude at the amount of support and love we are receiving since sharing this. In a cruel and terrible disease that we have so little control over, we now at least know we can afford essential medical care for our guy.

Those that know Tim know that he is at his core a humble and generous man, who would give the world to others without asking anything in return. I asked a lot of him to step outside of his comfort zone and allow me to set this up for him so I really want to thank the man himself too. I knew he was respected and admired by many but the outpouring of love is unlike anything I could have imagined. Your generous donations and beautiful posts are doing nothing less than restoring my faith in humanity.

From the bottom of our hearts – thank you endlessly for everything. Please keep sharing, donating, and posting your wonderful words – my mom Carrie and I are reading every single one in awe!

Love,
Maggie Chesek

Per the GoFundMe: I knew he was respected and admired by many but the outpouring of love is unlike anything I could have imagined. Your generous donations and beautiful posts are doing nothing less than restoring my faith in humanity.

Here is the original message about the fundraiser:

Dear friends, family, and supporters –

You may know Tim Cronin as the keeper of musical knowledge at Jack’s Music Shop in Red Bank for nearly 4 decades, the lead singer of local NJ legends The Ribeye Brothers, his years touring around the world with Monster Magnet as master of lights, or his prolific podcast appearances. If you do then you know that he is one of the kindest, funniest, and most genuine people you will ever be lucky enough to meet. He would love nothing more than to spend the rest of his years performing music, grilling for friends and family at his legendary bbqs, and walking the beach with the love of his life, his wife Carrie.

But devastatingly for Tim, he has been diagnosed with ALS (Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis), a progressive and incurable neurodegenerative disease that causes muscle weakness, paralysis, and eventual respiratory system failure. It has already begun robbing him of his independence and the things that he loves to do. To say this has been shattering for Tim’s beloved wife, stepdaughter, and the many people who love him is an understatement. It’s not in Tim’s nature to ask for help, as he is the guy who helps others – but it’s our turn to help him now.

While there is no cure, there are care options and accommodations that can have a profound impact on his quality of life. Unfortunately, they are significantly expensive. ALS has been called “the bankruptcy disease” due to the significant and ever increasing financial burden it places on families. We are asking for your support to help ease the cost of this cruel and unfeeling disease and give Tim the comfort and dignity that he deserves.

You donations will go directly towards:
* In-home assistance
* Wheelchair ramp
* Mobility aids
* Medical treatments and therapies
* Assistive devices
* Transportation to doctors appointments

If you’re unable to donate, please consider sharing on all your social media platforms. We can’t ever express our gratitude for the kind words and love we’ve already received.