We are reaching out to our community with heavy hearts, as our family has been devastated by a tragic house fire that destroyed everything we owned. Our home, filled with memories and cherished belongings, is now gone. Thankfully, our family—myself, my husband, our 12-year-old son, and our 3-year-old daughter—escaped safely, but the emotional and physical toll has been overwhelming. As parents, the hardest part has been seeing our children cope with the shock of losing not only their possessions but their sense of security. Our son, who’s lost all of his school supplies and toys, and our little girl, who’s asking for her favorite stuffed animals, have been so brave, but we know they’re struggling. We are asking for your help as we begin the long process of rebuilding. Any contribution, no matter how small, will go a long way toward giving us a foundation to start over. Your support will help us get back on our feet—whether it’s through financial donations, gift cards for essentials, or donations of clothing, food, or household items. Every cent helps no matter how big or small. The road ahead will be challenging, but we believe that with the support of friends, family, and even strangers, we can begin to heal and start fresh. We are deeply grateful for any help you can provide, and we thank you for your kindness during this incredibly difficult time.

These funds will be used towards getting us into a home to try and build a new safe place for our kids and starting back up again.

With heartfelt thanks, Katherine & Rob