Dear Friends, Family, and Community,

As you may know, our family has been navigating great changes in our lives as Caitlin courageously confronts aggressive stage IV pancreatic cancer. Though her illness has taken a serious toll on her physical well-being, Caitlin remains full of hope and deeply committed to her spiritual development. To support Caitlin, please visit the following webpage: Caitlin’s GoFundMe.

Our family has tremendous gratitude for the incredible support and caring that has been shown to us for the last several months. Your lovingkindness has helped us become even closer as a family and made the harder moments endurable. Thank you!

We are reaching out with this fundraiser to ask for your continued support in helping us travel the road ahead. The impact of these challenges reaches beyond emotional and family stress — it has and will continue to create significant financial burden over time.

Your generous contributions will help the family cover critical ongoing needs, including:

Income Replacement: Providing support as we adjust to life with only one income, helping cover essential bills and daily living costs.

Housing Stability: Ensuring we can stay in our home without the added stress of relocation.

Educational Expenses: Covering school expenses so the children can continue to grow and learn without disruption.

Childcare and Enrichment: Offering stability and care, along with access to recreational activities that help restore joy and routine.

Counseling and Mental Health Support: Ensuring the family, especially the children, has access to professional emotional support.

Transportation and Food: Assisting with everyday essentials that help the family stay connected and nourished. You can also offer help with food by signing up on our MealTrain link.

Unexpected Costs: Giving the family a cushion for unplanned expenses in this time of change and uncertainty.

Additionally, funds may be used to support:

Emergency Savings: To rebuild a safety net for the family’s future.

Legal or Financial Services: Helping with estate management, documentation, and financial planning in the wake of these challenges.

Respite and Time to Heal: Offering support and time off to care for the children, to heal without the immediate pressure of returning to full-time employment.

No amount is too small—every donation makes a meaningful difference. If you’re unable to contribute financially, please consider sharing this page with your network. We are so deeply grateful for your love, compassion, and support during this incredibly difficult time.

Thank you for standing beside us.

With heartfelt thanks,

David, Gracie, Ellen and Jonah