Tinker Family - Relief Fund
Before May 28, 2015, Matt Tinker and his fiancée Rachel Sims were a regular couple raising their children in Columbus Georgia. But on that day, a devastating fire ripped through their Tanglewood home leaving the family homeless. Matt, Rachel, and their children, are now living in a hotel while awaiting funds to find a new home.
Matt and Rachel have had many challenges, including replacing clothes and toys for the children, as well as finding a place for 2 of their dogs to live. They have to rebuild their lives while protecting their children, one of whom is autistic. To make matters worse, Matt's Wellsfargo bank account was hacked, further compromising the families finances.
The family is hoping to offset some of their costs with support from the community. Any amount is greatly appreciated.
The family is in need of every day items that one would expect to find in any home. If you have items to offer that are not listed, please reach out to us as this is a partial list.
Kitchenware (appliances, silverware, pots/pans, microwave, can opener)
Bathware (toiletries, towels, bedding, health and hygiene)
Houseware (lighting, cleaning-ie vacuum broom mop trash can, furniture, fan)
Clothes:
Maddie
Size 18-24 months cloths
Shoe size 4
Pull ups size 2-3T
Derek
Size 4-5T cloths
Shoe size 9
Pull ups size 4-5t
Hannah
Size 5t cloths
Shoe size 11
Rachel
Cloths size 14p pants
Size 2 x shirts
Shoe size 6
Matt
Size 54-56 pants
Shirt size 4x - 5x
Shoe size 11
Hannah attended East West Karate/MMA and the business has generously offered to be a designated location for dropping off donations.
They are located by St. Francis hospital.
East West Karate/MMA
4519 Woodruff Rd #14
Columbus, GA 31904
Watch WTVM cover the Tinker story here:
http://www.wtvm.com/story/29313571/columbus-family-rebuilding-their-lives-after-fire-destroys-home
(Jun 13, 2015)
Read the article by Mark Rice, Ledger Enquirer here:
http://www.ledger-enquirer.com/2015/06/17/3773658_community-helps-family-burned.html?rh=1
(June 17, 2015)
