EAGLE GROVE, Iowa (KCCI) — An important member of the Eagle Grove Fire Department just had his 80th surgery at age 21. But his support squad is behind him, and it has gotten even bigger. Lance Hennigar helps Eagle Grove Fire and Rescue take pictures and notes. Hennigar was born with several birth defects that required all of these surgeries.

Earlier this week, the Coralville Fire Department sent an engine to take him to the hospital for a kidney transplant. Hennigar’s family says it went well, and he is in the hospital recovering. His family expects them to stay there for the next six months.

You can still donate to the fundraiser by writing a check to the Eagle Grove Fire Department in the care of Lance Hennigar at 210 East Broadway, Eagle Grove, Iowa 50533.