Our family is fighting an unexpected and heartbreaking custody ruling that has separated a loving mother and her young son.

Despite years of consistent caregiving, stable employment, and deep involvement in her child’s education and wellbeing, a recent court decision drastically reduced not only his time at home but also any contact with each other (less than Indiana law).

An appeal is the only path to review the ruling and restore balance but the costs are staggering. Required court transcripts alone are over $4,000, and an appellate attorney retainer is estimated between $6,000 and $12,000. These expenses come on top of existing Guardian ad Litem fees and the sudden loss of child support, making it impossible for a pre-k special education teacher to move forward without help.

This situation is not just about legal paperwork. It’s about a little boy’s sense of home, safety, and belonging. His mother has devoted her life to nurturing children, both in her classroom and at home, and she refuses to give up on the child who means everything to her.

Your support helps give her little boy the chance to come home to the loving, stable environment he deserves.

Thank you for standing with us, for believing in justice, and for helping make this fight possible.