I’m AJ, a 25-year-old self employed barber and owner of my own private studio. I recently had a freak accident when 1,000+ pounds of drywall fell onto me, pinning me underneath it and shattering my talus bone. I now need surgery to repair the bones and will be unable to work for more than 8 weeks while I recover.

Because I am my own business, they will not qualify me for short-term disability. Because of this, I’m entirely dependent on donations to cover my housing rent, necessities, and my accumulating medical bills while I’m unable to work.

I have very high out-of-pocket bills that maxed out at $9,500.

Funds remaining after my living expenses will go toward paying this bill.

I’m currently completely non-weight bearing and unable to do many basic things for myself, relying on friends and my community for help. Every donation, no matter the amount, will directly help me get through these 8+ weeks without any income. If you can’t donate, sharing this fundraiser can make just as much of an impact.

Thank you for helping me get back on my feet, back behind the chair, and back to serving the Grand Rapids community that I love.