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A father in Carmel, Indiana, is parting with his bourbon collection in the hopes of prolonging his young son's life.
Nathan Perdue is a bourbon connoisseur whose 2-year-old son Wyatt has the rare genetic condition cystic fibrosis, which causes fluid to build up in the lungs and breathing issues, among other problems. Despite being so young, Wyatt must take daily medication and has been undergoing therapy to keep his lungs clear.
The average lifespan of someone with cystic fibrosis is around 40 years old.
Being in his 40s himself, Perdue wanted to do something to help his son beat this inherited condition.
The Perdue family is partnering with the Kentucky Derby Museum to raffle off the dad's prized collection of Pappy Van Winkle Bourbon. Money from the raffle will go to the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, which funds research and helps families affected by the condition.
The raffle's winner will be able to take home five bottles of the rare bourbon that are valued at $18,250, a VIP experience at the Kentucky Derby Museum, and a one-night stay at a luxury hotel in downtown Louisville, Kentucky.
Tickets are $100 each and 4,000 will be sold. For more information, go to the Kentucky Derby Museum's website.