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If you don't already know and love Marcella, you do now. You're welcome.
Marcella was the first healer witch I found on the internet. The first time I came across her and her work it struck a deep resonance in me. Her honesty, vulnerability, and authenticity was absolute medicine to me. At that point in my life, I didn't know any other witches or healers that I could relate to, or that made me feel like I belonged somewhere. She was truly the first magical role model I ever had, and I will never forget the ways in which she has inspired me to walk this path.
Marcella is on a short list of human beings whose work keeps me going, because I know she has survived it all. If she has kept going, so can I. Over the last 7 years that I have known Marcella, I have watched her give, and give, and give some more in acts of humble healing service. From the wisdom she freely shares on her Instagram, Youtube, and podcast Saved by the Spell, to teaching Tarot For Teens at the Los Angeles Public Library, to her powerful ritual performances, or just being someone I could look up to as a big sister witch--Marcella gives far more than the average person. And she gives far more than she receives. I have received far more from Marcella's work than I will ever be able to pay her for.

Which brings me to creating this campaign for someone who helps so many, and rarely asks for help herself.
After experiencing a bout of severe pain in her jaw, Marcella went to the dentist and was diagnosed with Localized Juvenile Periodontitis (LJP). LJP is a hereditary, degenerative disease of the molars and incisors and jaw, causing pain and severe bone loss, and a high prevalence to oral infections.
LJP is not curable and requires surgery to treat. Without treatment, Marcella will be susceptible to infections that could lead to other serious medical problems. The surgical procedure includes bone grafting, tissue reconstruction, and eventually additional orthodontics to prevent further tooth/bone loss.

Like many of us, Marcella does not have dental insurance, and will be paying upwards of $9200 out of pocket for the oral surgery she needs. Additional funds are covering her cost of living during Marcella's recovery, as she needs to take at least two weeks off from working to heal from this intensity of this procedure.
Marcella's surgery is scheduled for 5/21. Surely, between the thousands of people in this community who value Marcella for the treasure she is, this financial burden can be taken off of her so she can focus on her healing -- and not her hustle.
Please donate any amount large or small, and share this campaign widely! Show Marcella you love and care for her.
Thank you for helping Marcella. Without her I might not be here, and I bet many of you wouldn't either.

Organizer and beneficiary
Erin Aquarian
Organizer
Portland, OR
Marcella Kroll
Beneficiary