When a family who has done so much for our community finds themselves in a time of need, the community rises to the occasion and supports them with the same love and support they have so generously shared with all of us. It is with unfortunate news that I share that on the early morning of Saturday, March 21, Shelley, Butch, and Devereaux lost their home to a devastating house fire. The family is ok and in strong spirits given the circumstances. It is with great sadness though that they find themselves without any personal belongings at a scary time when families are asked to be sheltered in place.

With this situation having presented itself, we are asking the Tustin Community Preschool family, The Indian Princess program tribe mates, the Girl Scout Troop friends, and all of the many supportive community neighbors and friends to reach out and surround this family with love and support in their time of need.

If you are local and can help out in other ways, we are also collecting gift cards and all other donation items on their behalf. Please reach out to Brian Hay ( [email redacted] ) or Beth Morris ( [email redacted] ) to arrange times for safe drop-offs and pick-ups of items while also keeping our community safe.

Thank you all for your generosity and support.