Our sweet Vanessa lost everything when her home was burned down tragically this week in the Carr Fire in Redding, CA. Vanessa and her family fled their house with no warning, and only able to grab a few personal belongings. Vanessa is an independent mother of two young boys, Matthew, 5 and Lucas, 11months, and their two fur babies, Griffin and Coco.  Vanessa purchased this home only a year ago, and has worked endlessly to make it into a beautiful home to raise her boys in. On top of being an incredible mother, Vanessa works with Shasta County Office of Education's Bridges to Success program, as a therapist for children and families in Shasta County. Vanessa dedicates her life to helping better the lives of families in Shasta County every single day, and would never personally ask for help in return. Vanessa is a graduate of Central Valley High School and graduated with her Masters of Social Work from USC in 2016. Vanessa is the most kind, nurturing and loving mother, daughter, sister and friend. Any donation would help directly support someone who cares so much for her community, neighbors and friends.

Disclaimer: My name is Michelle Turner from Redding, CA. I attended high school with Vanessa and am currently a friend and colleague of hers. Vanessa is the sole beneficiary and all funds received will go directly to her to aid in her relocation into a new home, refurbishing belongings and attending to immediate needs to get her through this time as an evacuee.