Solomon and Rheylicia McNeal are the visionary founders of Samson Foundation of Hope, Inc., a kidney focused nonprofit organization committed to bringing hope, comfort, and compassionate support to children and families navigating kidney disease.

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Their mission was not born from observation but from lived experience. As parents, they faced one of life’s most difficult journeys when their middle son was diagnosed with a rare kidney disease at a young age. What followed were years filled with hospital stays, ongoing treatments, uncertainty, and emotional challenges that tested their strength and faith.

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Through that journey, Solomon and Rheylicia gained a deep firsthand understanding of what families endure in the face of chronic illness, the emotional weight, the need for community, and the importance of having consistent support during life altering moments.

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Moved by their son’s resilience and strengthened by their own experience, they transformed their pain into purpose. They founded Samson Foundation of Hope, Inc. to serve as a source of encouragement, resources, and connection for families walking similar paths, ensuring no family feels alone in their journey.

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Today, Solomon and Rheylicia continue to lead the foundation with unwavering faith, compassion, and a heart for service. Their work is rooted in advocacy, community, and impact, creating spaces where families feel seen, supported, and strengthened.

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Their story is a powerful reflection of resilience, love, and the transformative power of purpose, turning one family’s journey into a mission that brings hope to many.