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Down But Not Out Fundraiser

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I have run and organized many benefits and fundraisers over 30 years in the LGBTQ Community and have been very happy and proud to do so.
My husband & I have been through 3 recessions & job losses before and we always found a way to get through it without asking for help, but this 4th time is worse.
With the fact of myself being high risk due to Asthma, as well as live vocal shows are not able to run right now; I can not work.
My husband lost his job at the end of July and as of this date (Oct 6 2020) we still have not received unemployment, stimulus help; nothing. 
Before the Pandemic, my boss Jeff would've given me jobs subbing, putting Pat to work for him and giving us a chance to not lose everything; which he did the last 3 times.  With Jeff's passing I no longer have that option anymore even if I could work around people. 
On top of trying to pay for my Asthma meds, mortgage & other costs, our well  has created a big sink hole. Insurance has been putting us off to take care of this.
 I am scared that when winter hits, the well will freeze, break and we will have NO running water in our home. 
We try to stay positive but after our furnace dying last year, our A/C, water heater,  pressure tank and fridge having to be replaced in the last 6 months; we have exhausted our funds. 
I have NEVER asked for help EVER and I never thought I would be on the other side of a benefit, but here I am.
Any donations will be greatly appreciated!
To those I've helped with their benefits and fundraisers since 1990...
I'd appreciate some help from you.
Both my husband and I appreciate the love and support from our family and friends, thank you!
Please be safe and I hope to see everyone once this Pandemic is over.
Love, KJ Karen & Pat O'Brien
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    KJ Karen O'Brien
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    Northfield Township, MI
    Patrick OBrien
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