This Labor Day we will be attempting to set a Guinness World Record in honor of our son Dashel, who was diagnosed with stage 3 childhood chronic kidney disease (CKD) at age 5.

On Labor Day this year – Monday, September 2nd starting at 11:00am ET – we are going to be operating a Genie z60 articulating boom lift. Why? To help set a new Guinness World Record. Why? To help raise awareness for Childhood Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD).

Check out this video from NBC New York covering the build!

You can also read this article from The Echo about my attempt.

We’re getting great press and making great progress - thank you for your support!

Materials: We just heard from MAGNA-TILES and they are willing to donate MAGNA-TILES for my effort!!! We are still gladly accepting any used MAGNA-TILES donations to reduce environmental waste and help make my dream come true! Here are some ways you can lend a hand:

Hi, my name is Dashel. I’m 11 years old and I have stage three chronic kidney disease, but that doesn’t stop me from rock climbing, playing the flute, and having an awesome life. This year I am trying to set a Guinness World Record for Tallest Magnetic Tiles tower ever, to raise awareness for childhood kidney conditions, but I could use your help!