Fire in Jamaica, Queens Displaces Family of 4

Student at the John F. Kennedy Jr. School, P721Q Giovanni Patterson lost his home and belongings when a 2-alarm fire broke out in Jamaica, Queens at 5 a.m. Giovanni age 16, mom and two siblings were left with out any belongings or a home. 

Giovanni (who has a classification of Autism) escaped the burning home with his family without any coat or shoes. Giovanni also has 2 other siblings, including a 2-year-old brother who now has no clothing, diapers, or a crib to sleep in. This horrific event is heart wrenching and this family is in desperate need of shelter, food, and clothing. They could use any help you have to offer. No donation is too small. 

The American Red Cross has temporarily offered housing that will end on January 9th. After the family will have to move into a shelter. Giovanni's Mom, Tracey-Ann doesn't know where she will gather the funds to find a new place to live. 

Giovanni's mom is still experiencing grief over the situation, after speaking with a staff member at the school she stated "I don't know what my next steps are or where we are going to live."

Please help us raise the funds to help Giovanni's family find a new apartment to live in, so they can begin to rebuild their lives. 

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