My name is Nicki and I've been lucky to be friends with Michelle Sansano for nearly 20 years.

As you know, Michelle is an undeniable force. Her energy and enthusiasm for life's joys are infectious. Her generosity knows no bounds. (Have you ever attended one of her famous dinner parties?)

Lately, Michelle has fallen on hard times. This is not my story to tell.

Between chronic illness, extreme loss, and regular car and home maintenance, Michelle is struggling. Life keeps kicking her in the shins despite her best efforts.

Michelle is hard-working and too proud (or timid?) to ask her friends for money. But I'm not.

Michelle needs money.

I'm asking you to please reach into your heart and your wallet. Anything you can spare would be incredibly helpful, even just $5.

If that isn't feasible, please share this campaign and message Michelle privately to tell her how much she means to you.

We're in this together.