On December 26, 2015, just one day after Christmas, the Dallas area was hit by an EF-4 tornado, with winds reaching 175 mph. As you can see in the attached video, these extensive winds caused much damage to the area, including buildings, trees, homes, vehicles, etc.
My name is Barbara Medina-Ballard and my cousin Joe Lopez and his family were caught in that awful tornado. Unable to get past the entryway of their home, they were left in the open as the roof caved in and their possessions flew around them. By the grace of God, they walked away with lacerations, bumps, and bruises. Unfortunately, the family lost everything.
Joe and his wife Carmen work very hard to provide for their three beautiful children. In one terrifying moment, it was all taken from them. My goal is to help raise money so that they can replace everything from clothes to furniture to dishes to.........EVERYTHING.
I am asking for donations of whatever you are comfortable giving. Also, if you are in the Houston, Columbus, or Dallas area and have homegoods or furniture you'd like to donate, please contact me via the Go Fund Me contact link, and I can arrange pick up/delivery of the items. In addition, please SHARE this on your Facebook page to help spread the word and increase the possibilities of aid.
Thank you SO much for any help that you can offer.
My name is Barbara Medina-Ballard and my cousin Joe Lopez and his family were caught in that awful tornado. Unable to get past the entryway of their home, they were left in the open as the roof caved in and their possessions flew around them. By the grace of God, they walked away with lacerations, bumps, and bruises. Unfortunately, the family lost everything.
Joe and his wife Carmen work very hard to provide for their three beautiful children. In one terrifying moment, it was all taken from them. My goal is to help raise money so that they can replace everything from clothes to furniture to dishes to.........EVERYTHING.
I am asking for donations of whatever you are comfortable giving. Also, if you are in the Houston, Columbus, or Dallas area and have homegoods or furniture you'd like to donate, please contact me via the Go Fund Me contact link, and I can arrange pick up/delivery of the items. In addition, please SHARE this on your Facebook page to help spread the word and increase the possibilities of aid.
Thank you SO much for any help that you can offer.
Organizer and beneficiary
Barbara Ballard
Organizer
Red Oak, TX
Carmen Faz
Beneficiary