How We Work
Service with a smile
Our partnership with Children’s Health in Dallas, Texas enables The Extra Step Foundation to provide direct support to patients and families facing financial hardships. We assist families with at least one child (under 20 years old) battling a life-threatening illness at Children’s Health, offering financial relief for urgent needs they are unable to cover.
Our assistance includes, but is not limited to, medical expenses, rent, utilities, food, clothing, transportation, and essential household supplies. Beyond financial support, we take a hands-on approach—visiting families in the hospital, delivering care packages, and providing uplifting activities such as games and personalized gifts for the children.
We recognize that a child’s illness affects the entire family. Parents often struggle to balance medical care, work, and household responsibilities while supporting their other children. Our mission extends beyond financial aid—we strive to ease emotional and logistical burdens, ensuring families feel supported throughout their journey.
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Through our partnership with Children’s Health in Dallas, Texas, The Extra Step Foundation provides vital financial assistance to families facing hardships due to their child’s hospitalization. We offer need-based support both during and after a child’s hospital stay, helping families manage the financial burden that comes with medical crises.
Each request for assistance is carefully reviewed and evaluated to determine the most effective support for the family’s unique circumstances. Our goal is to provide meaningful relief, allowing families to focus on their child’s health and well-being without the added stress of financial strain.
Leadership
Service with a smile
Cody Meyers
Founder | President
Cody Meyers is the founder of The Extra Step Foundation, established in 2014, dedicated to alleviating medical poverty for families in the Dallas community. His leadership and philanthropic efforts have made a meaningful impact, providing financial assistance and resources to those in need in the Greater North Texas region.
A passionate advocate for community engagement, Cody actively supports initiatives that promote healthcare accessibility and financial literacy. He holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Austin College and a Master’s in Finance from Southern Methodist University.
Outside of his professional and philanthropic work, Cody enjoys traveling with his wife, Loraina, and their two children. An avid sports enthusiast, he spends his free time playing golf and basketball.
Josh Dickerman
Vice President
Josh Dickerman plays a key role in managing inbound grant requests and providing financial assistance to families in need for TESF. His commitment to supporting those facing financial hardships aligns with the mission of The Extra Step Foundation.
Josh holds a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration from Austin College and currently works at JPMorgan in Dallas.
Outside of his professional and philanthropic work, Josh enjoys spending time with his wife, Sierra, and their two children.
Jeremy Swisher, MD
Secretary
Dr. Swisher is a Board-Certified physician and current Sports Medicine Fellow at UCLA, where he serves as a team physician for major sports organizations, including the Los Angeles Lakers, Dodgers, Chargers, Sparks (WNBA), UCLA Athletics, and the Red Bull Performance Center. He also supports fundraising events and public relations efforts for TESF.
Dr. Swisher earned his Bachelor’s degree in Biochemical Neuroscience from Austin College, his medical degree from Texas A&M HSC College of Medicine, and completed his residency at Wake Forest Baptist Health.
Beyond his clinical work, Dr. Swisher actively contributes to sports medicine research, publishing in journals such as The Clinical Journal of Sports Medicine and presenting nationally on concussion and overuse injuries. An avid pickleball enthusiast, he travels the country with his wife, Katie, competing in tournaments. In his free time, he also enjoys golf and basketball.
