Our family is facing an unexpected and heartbreaking challenge. My brother is facing jail time, and my sister-in-law is now caring for their three young children — ages 5, 3, and 1 — on her own. Overnight, she went from being a stay-at-home mom to shouldering $40,000 of debt, leaving her struggling to provide for her children.

This fundraiser is about helping her regain financial stability so she can care for her children without the crushing burden of debt. All donations will go directly to paying off this debt, which includes medical bills, household expenses, and other obligations she inherited while trying to support her family.

We kindly ask that this fundraiser remain a positive and supportive space for the children and their mother. Please refrain from negative or judgmental comments about their father — this page is about helping the kids, not debating his situation.

Every donation, no matter the size, will bring her one step closer to financial stability and peace of mind, ensuring her children have a secure, loving environment to grow up in.

If you aren’t able to give financially, your prayers and shares of this fundraiser mean just as much.

On behalf of my sister-in-law and her children, thank you for showing love, compassion, and support in a time when they need it most.

With gratitude,

Laura McMurtrey