We’re fundraising to provide Joseph “Patch” Truitt, a valued member of the Burlington, IA community, armed forces veteran, with a permanent, safe living space before winter. Patch’s current housing is unsafe and inadequate for the coming season, and he needs a stable home to regain health, safety, and independence. The current condition of his home is beyond repair, with the additional worry of mold growth. This campaign is led by Brandon Wilson and Jesse Forquer on behalf of our 501(c)(3) nonprofit, BJL Fundraising, in Southeast Iowa.

What we’re funding

● Site preparation and foundational work

● Tiny home purchase or onsite construction (code-compliant)

● Utilities and hookups (electric, water, septic or alternatives)

● Transport, placement, and setup on Patch’s property

● Permits, inspections, and contingency

Why this matters

A secure home is a critical first step toward Patch’s health and independence. With your support, we

can move quickly to secure winter-ready housing and provide comfort and faith for Patch and our

community.

How the funds will be used (transparent budget)

● Site prep and foundation: $X

● Tiny home purchase/construction: $X

● Utilities and hookups: $X

● Transport and placement: $X

● Permits/inspections/contingencies: $X

● Fund administration and transparency:

● XTotalgoal:

● XTotalgoal:25,000

We’ll publish a public budget and milestones, with monthly progress updates and photos.

Our commitment to donors

● Tax-deductible donations through our 501(c)(3) nonprofit, EIN 88-3452181

● Full transparency: monthly progress updates, photos, and a running budget

● Donor receipts issued per IRS guidelines

● A dedicated channel for questions and additional materials

Milestones

● Milestone 1: 25% funded

● Milestone 2: Secured trailer or shell acquired