Help Our Family Rebuild After Hurricane Isaias

On the night of October 9, 2026, our family’s lives changed in an instant when a large tree from a neighboring property fell during the storm and completely demolished our home in Columbus, Georgia.

In a matter of moments, the home we worked so hard for was destroyed. Our house was paid off, representing years of hard work, sacrifice, memories, and security. Now, we are facing the overwhelming reality of starting over without a home and without homeowners insurance to help cover the loss.

Most importantly, our three-year-old daughter is thankfully safe. She was right in the middle of this terrifying event and sustained minor injuries. We are incredibly grateful that she is here with us, but no family should have to experience something so frightening, especially with a young child involved. Our hearts are full of gratitude that she is safe, even as we try to process everything that has happened.

The tree had been leaning before the storm, and there were concerns about its condition. Unfortunately, when the storm came, the tree fell and caused catastrophic damage to our home.

We are grateful to have a safe place to stay for now, but the road ahead is uncertain. Rebuilding a home from the ground up is an enormous financial burden, especially without insurance to help us recover. We have lost not only our home but also the sense of security that comes with having a place of our own.

We are asking for help from our family, friends, neighbors, and anyone who feels moved to support us during this incredibly difficult time. Donations will go toward temporary living expenses, cleanup and debris removal, replacing essential belongings, medical expenses related to our daughter’s injuries, and eventually rebuilding a safe place for our family to call home.

Every donation, no matter how small, will make a difference. If you are unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser with others would mean just as much to us.

It is never easy to ask for help, but right now, every act of kindness gives us hope and reminds us that we are not alone. We are taking things one day at a time, focusing on our daughter, our family, and finding a way forward after losing so much.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for your prayers, generosity, love, and support. Your kindness means more than words can express as we begin the difficult journey of rebuilding our lives.

We are thankful our little girl is safe, grateful for everyone standing beside us, and hopeful that with your help, we can rebuild a place our family can once again call home. ❤️ Troy Sederstrom & Family (Columbus, GA)

Hurricane Isaias Relief