Here’s how you can give to the Columbia high school quarterback who had a heart attack

A crowd sourcing fund has been set up for the Columbia high school football player who is awaiting surgery following a heart attack.

Richland Northeast High School quarterback Josh Boyd suffered a heart attack Wednesday during an off-campus pickup basketball game, according to RNE coach Bennett Weigle, The State’s Lou Bezjak reported Thursday.

Friends of Boyd set up a GoFundMe to raise money for medical bills.

“He has a long road ahead of (t)his but thankfully everything is looking up for him,” said Ella Rayl, who set up the fundraiser.

In one day almost $2,500 was raised towards a $5,000 goal. With the money also came an outpouring of supportive words for Boyd.

“Cavalier Family sticks together! Get well soon Josh!” said a donor.

“I donated (because) I support Mr.Josh & I pray a full recovery for him.....The sky is da limit for him...God is Good!!!!” another donor said.

You can give to the GoFundMe for Boyd here.

This story was originally published October 13, 2018 at 10:20 AM.