Supporting a Family in This Time of Need

Dear friends,

Our community is coming together to extend our support to Pangaanga and Ryan, a remarkable family who has consistently shown their dedication to others. Many of you know this family because of the incredible work they have done with youth wellness camps and safety patrol. Today, it's our turn to stand by their side and offer our support as they navigate a difficult period in their lives.

Pangaanga recently endured the heartbreaking loss of her baby, Willow Ryan Benson, who was born at just 21 weeks on May 20th at 2:41 am. The pain and grief they are experiencing are unimaginable, and it is our honor to provide them with the love, understanding, and financial assistance they need during this incredibly difficult time.

Pangaanga and Ryan have a beautiful six-year-old son, Raven, who is also mourning the loss of their sibling. As parents, they find themselves grappling with profound sorrow while simultaneously striving to be present for their young child and each other. This unexpected and devastating event has placed a heavy financial burden on their shoulders.

Due to complications during Pangaanga's pregnancy, including bleeding, multiple trips to the hospital, and surgeries, both Pangaanga and Ryan have already missed a significant amount of work. This has further exacerbated their financial hardship. We firmly believe that no parent should have to worry about making ends meet during such a heartbreaking period. It is our intention to alleviate some of the financial stress they are facing and enable Pangaanga and Ryan to focus on their healing and supporting their family.

Your generous contributions will be used to provide pathways to healing for Pangaanga, Ryan, and their family. The funds raised will go towards covering essential expenses related to their healing journey. Additionally, the funds will help them meet their basic needs, including groceries, rent, utilities, and other essential bills that cannot be neglected.

In addition to financial contributions, there are other ways to show your support. If you wish to contribute to Willow's altar, we can provide a mailing address where you can send your donations.

If you would like to make a meaningful gesture, donating blood in Pangaanga's name would be greatly appreciated since she required transfusions. These acts of support will provide Pangaanga, Ryan, and their family with emotional strength during this challenging time.

We also invite you to support Pangaanga and Ryan through a meal train. Providing them with nourishing meals will help alleviate the burden of daily cooking and allow them to focus on their healing process. If you would like to participate in the meal train and contribute a meal, please visit the Meal Train link below to sign up for a specific date and meal contribution:

https://mealtrain.com/4ryov7

Your donations, heartfelt messages, and prayers will serve as a source of strength and comfort, providing Pangaanga, Ryan, and their family with the support they need to overcome these challenges.

Let us unite in love and compassion, demonstrating to Pangaanga and Ryan that they are not alone. Together, we can provide them with the financial stability and emotional solace they need to embark on a path towards healing. No amount is too small, as every contribution makes a significant difference in their lives.

Thank you for your kindness, empathy, and generosity. Your support will help restore hope and stability to Pangaanga, Ryan, Raven, and their family.

With deepest gratitude!