Meet River

The little warrior behind Hearts With River

River had a near drowning accident when he was 14 months old that caused an anoxic brain injury.

Since then, his journey has touched so many people, through his strength, his little victories, his music moments, his artwork, and the love that surrounds him every day.

If you are just meeting River, welcome to Hearts With River.

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River at the hospital
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Music Video

The Greatest Love

Music has always been part of River’s world, and he is the inspiration behind this song. When I wrote the song, I was sitting at the piano with River on my lap. When we recorded the song in the studio, River was present at every stage. When I was singing, River was right in front of me. And when we filmed this music video together, it became an experience I will never forget.

River’s Story

In his father’s words

If you want to learn more about River’s story, here are two videos where I share it.

River’s Story, Part 1

River’s Story, Part 2

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Ways to Support River

Walking with River

So many people support River with prayers, kind comments, shares, songs, encouragement, and love.

Some people also choose to support River’s journey financially through the fundraiser. There is no pressure. We are grateful for every person who walks with River in any way. You can donate via:

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Daily moments, photos, reels, and the community walking alongside River. Come say hello!

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I love ending the night jamming on piano with River. It is our special moment of the day when I am not working and we usually jam or play a song, then practice walking and then play some more ❤️#heartswithriver #riverthephoenix #jamesmonroetv #pianojam ... See MoreSee Less
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How do I know when River is tired or wants to sleep?#heartswithriver #riverthephoenix #HealTheBrain #braininjury ... See MoreSee Less
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Throwback photo with River on the pier in California ❤️#riverthephoenix #heartswithriver #califórnia ... See MoreSee Less
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River’s Art & the Shop

River painting with his dad

A piece from River

With our help, River paints, and some of his artwork has been turned into greeting cards, mugs, shirts, canvases, and other meaningful items. The shop is one more way people can carry a piece of River’s journey with them and support his therapies.

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