Who We Serve
We represent those affected by environmental pathogenic illness. We collaborate with partners in medicine and academia, the health department, and local organizations and government to educate the public and prevent environmental illness. We advocate for effective policy and facilitate cultural changes to increase environmental safety. As individuals with a unique perspective, we offer resources, kindness, and hospital care packages for those who are currently battling or have battled these environmental pathogenic infections.
The Mission
We link arms with the individuals and families impacted by environmental pathogens and walk alongside them to overcome challenges and create a hopeful tomorrow through support, education, prevention, and advocacy.

Parents
In need of education and guidance.

Children & Patients
Children who have been admitted to the hospital for further workup and treatment due to pathogenic illness.

Legislative Change
We advocate for new policy changes to protect our children and prevent the spread of disease.


Medical Studies
Using data from each individual case study we are able to make progress in treatment algorithms.

The Public
We push to create safer environments (agritourism businesses, petting zoos, farms, lakes, creeks, etc) and inform and educate the public on this harmful bacteria.

Hospitals
Provide balloons and care packages to children who are hospitalized as well as support parents during their child’s hospitalization.

Message From Our Founder
Welcome to Parker's Promise
My name is Morgan Stine, and I am Parker’s mom. In June 2022, seven-year- old Parker was hospitalized for eight days battling the horrific effects of an STEC infection (Shiga Toxin-Producing E. coli) from the deadly bacteria E.coli 0157:H7. He was part of a farm camp outbreak. Parker and other children attended a week-long camp at a local farm in Tennessee. One of their jobs was taking care of baby goats. As a result, fourteen people became ill and a precious two-year-old boy, Baylor Fillhouer, died.
After Baylor’s death, I knew that I had to do something to create change. I never wanted this to happen again to other children and their families, but I wasn’t sure how or where to start. Another STEC outbreak occurred in July of 2023 from a local Tennessee creek. This is when I realized the best route to support families with hospitalized children, to educate the public and agricultural businesses, and to advocate for policy change was to create a nonprofit organization. I am first and foremost a mother to three children, wife to a firefighter, and a full-time Physician Assistant. I knew I could not do this alone. Our community of friends and family have stepped up to help create Parker’s Promise, and for this I am grateful.
You may be here because:
* your child has been injured by a bacterial infection after exposure to animals or contaminated water
* you want education on how to keep your family safe
* you think you or your child has a harmful, bacterial illness
* you want resources for local agricultural businesses / farms / pumpkin patches / petting zoos
* you want information on animal or water safety
* you’re thinking of having a petting zoo at your preschool or child’s birthday party
* you are interested in helping our cause
This website is here to help YOU. Parker’s Promise is a unique website and nothing like it currently exists. There is a community of people in our Parker’s Promise “family” that wants to help you. If your child has been ill with bacterial illness like Shiga toxin-producing E. coli from an environmental source like animals or water, then you know how horrific this illness can be. Please know that many people, especially adults, will do okay with these illnesses. They may experience a few days of fever, chills, vomiting, diarrhea, but it is self-limiting. However, children, and especially children younger than five years old, can develop severe and detrimental complications. Five to ten percent of children who have an STEC infection go on to develop a rare disease called Hemolytic Uremic Syndrome (HUS). They can suffer permanent and irreversible changes such as chronic kidney damage and disease, hypertension, seizures, stroke, global brain damage from encephalopathy, cardiac arrest, and death.
If your child became ill, finding a diagnosis for your child was probably not straightforward or easy. Often, I hear stories of parents being told their child’s illness is likely viral, parents are often told to go home, continue to hydrate, and their child will improve… however many decline instead. After multiple urgent care visits, pediatrician office visits, ER visits, transfers to other hospitals, finally a diagnosis is made. Parents find they are the ones who need to advocate for their child within the medical community. I want to thank parents for standing up for your child. You do know your child best. Parker’s Promise was created to represent these parents. We will rise up and make change.
You will find answers to your questions and helpful information explaining terms that are likely confusing at this time. You will find pamphlets, brochures, and informational packets that you can take to local agricultural businesses, farms, schools, petting zoos, churches, and other public groups to educate the public. This is also a place of camaraderie where encourage you to share your personal battle with these illnesses and with the goal of preventing others from having the same experience.
Parker’s Promise is whole heartedly dedicated to helping you. Many environmental bacterial illnesses are completely preventable. With your support, we can prevent these pathogens from poisoning and killing our children.
Be the light. Be the change.
Sincerely,
Morgan and Paul Stine
Meet our Amazing Team!
Our board is made up of individuals from various backgrounds with each of us bringing a unique perspective to the table. We are passionate about our mission and our work to serve our community. Many of us have had personal experience with these horrific infections.

Morgan Stine
President + Founder

Paul Stine
Co-founder and Executive Administrator

Mary McGonigle-Martin
Vice President and Director of Education and Policy Change

Ashley Heiselt
Treasurer

Genevieve Zenker
Secretary

Rachel Black
Care Package Coordinator

Heather Scott
Fundraising + Event Manager

DeeDee Baker
Compassion Leader

Yvonne Hughes
Hospital Care Coordinator

Chelsea Bryne
Care Package Distributor + Social Media

Kendra White
Digital Media

Cate Marino
Communications

Lauren Gray
Project Manager

Lisa Gelfand
OTR/L

Kenneth D Swantek
PT, DPT
Advocates
Advocates each have a story to tell. They are our parents and family members of children who have suffered from these horrific illnesses and have seen firsthand the ups and downs, the rollercoaster, of these diseases. They have kindly shared their story with us and you and work to advocate for change to prevent future illness.

Andrea Underwood

Summer Pacheco

Deirdre Hefflin

Emily Berkley

Brenna & John Wood

Susan & Glenn Henry

Emily Richards

April Hutchens

Connie Edwards

Kyle & Chelsea Asbury

Jessica Howard

Jessica & Al Gaudette

Cassie Goosey

Jeremiah & Rachael Messerer

Brenda Lind

Amanda Shotts

Katy & Will Little

Karen Krueger

Carey Miller

Gina D'Andraia

Kaitlyn Slover

Joey & Victoria Smith

Justin & Emily Logan

Kayla Dunham

Gina Gipson

Amanda Robert

Brittany O'Day

Judy Inglett

Genevieve Zenker

Breanna Zotto

Anndwyn Hendricks

Cally Netterville

Ashley Brutus

Amber and Chris George

Stephanie & Jonathan Long

Kirstie Damos

Monica Alderman

Stacey Luebrecht

Christy Smith

Emily Marris

Nate Hiner

Jen Hiner

Nicole Hamilton

Tyler & Cassie Hughes

Denise Mooney

Rachelle Altena

Stephanie Rogers

Skylar Felt

Kelsey Ross

Melonie Price

Rae Hagen
Ambassadors
Our Parker's Promise Ambassadors act as representatives for their specific state and or county. They serve as a point of contact to bridge the gaps in education across the world.

Niti Patel
India

Regina DaCunha
Brazil

Romy Billman
Germany

Kelly Finger
Australia

Mahini Sayin
Hawaii

Cate Marino
Illinois

Katie Tyler
Nevada

Debbie Dill
Idaho

Jessica Howard
Tennessee

Amanda Robert
Pennsylvania

Kirsten Leal
Florida

Jamie Emmons
Colorado

Megan Parks
Montana

Rachael James
Texas

Tina Ervin
Texas

David Zolezzi
Texas

Gina D'Andraia
New York

Gina Woodworth
California

Denise Mooney
Virginia

Andrea Underwood
Alabama

Genevieve Zenker
Tennessee

Brenna & John Wood
Louisiana

Cally Netterville
Louisiana

Brittany O'Day
South Dakota

Jessica & Al Gaudette
Virginia

Justin & Emily Logan
Missouri

Skylar Felt
Kansas

Anndwyn Hendricks
Pennsylvania

Kelsey Ross
Missouri

Gina Gipson
Missouri

Karen Krueger
Wisconsin

Lauren Vento
Texas

Chrissy Paik
California

Melonie Price
Florida

Candi Borck
Tennessee

Stacey Luebrecht
Missouri

April Hutchens
Georgia

Rae Hagen
Texas

Tyler and Cassie
Nebraska

Carey Miller
North Carolina

Kelly Birge
Kentucky

Bill and Kelly Little
Tennessee

Jeremiah & Rachael Messerer
Florida
How to Get Involved


Become an Advocate
Advocates each have a story to tell. They are our parents and family members of children who have suffered from these horrific illnesses and have seen firsthand the ups and downs, the rollercoaster, of these diseases. They have kindly shared their stories and work to advocate for change to prevent future illness.

Become an Ambassador
Our Parker's Promise Ambassadors act as representatives for their specific state and country. They serve as a point of contact to bridge the gaps in education across the world.

Host a Toy Donation Box
Choose to be a donation location agreeing long-term to 1 year, or more short term like 1-3 months.

Become a Sponsor
Partner with Parker’s Promise by providing your business sponsorship. Make a donation and have your logo featured on our website and potentially in future media.

Donate
Please visit our Donate page to learn your many options. It is through your donations that Parker’s Promise has been able to help so many children and families.

Contact Congress
Reach out to your local congress members to request policy change regarding agritourism business protection laws and demand prioritization of our children's lives and well-being.




















































































