
Aid for Dave Lord: Single Dad with Cancer
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My sissies, Amiie and Lisa, and I are raising funds for our dear Mae and their dad, Dave Lord, who is courageously battling a serious cancer. As a single father, Dave has worked hard to make sure that he and Mae have had a safe and loving home. Please help if you are able.
Dave Lord has lived a life full of grit, love, and quiet strength. Born in Pennsylvania, he’s traveled and lived across the country, serving in the Air Force and later dedicating over 20 years of his life to working as a goldsmith—a craft that reflects his steady hands and golden heart.
As a single parent, Dave worked tirelessly to raise his child, Mae. Despite financial struggles, he made sure they had a safe, loving home and supported their dream of going to college, never letting the lack of a safety net stop him from being the foundation they needed.
For several years, Dave has been courageously battling a devastating form of cancer. Last fall, he was laid off from his job, and the combination of medical bills and living expenses has completely drained their limited savings. The financial burden has only grown heavier as his treatment continues.
Dave is still fighting—with determination, grit, and the hope of more time with the people he loves. But he can’t do it alone. Your support will help cover the mounting costs of ongoing treatment, transportation, and essential care, giving him a real chance to keep going strong.
When Dave was more mobile, he and Mae loved longboarding and roller skating together—moments of freedom, joy, and connection. That’s the spirit we’re hoping to honor and protect now.
Please give what you can. Every donation helps lift a bit of the weight off their shoulders. Let’s rally around Dave and Mae the way he has always shown up for those he loves.
With gratitude,
The Great Aunties
Organizer
Gay Gabrilska
Organizer
Appleton, WI