Earlier today, my sister-in-law Cassandra Rodriguez and my nephew and niece, Orion and Allie, lost their home in a devastating fire in Rutland, MA.

By the grace of God, both kids made it out safely, along with their two dogs. Sadly, their beloved cats did not survive.

This was more than just a house. It was a family home for three generations, filled with memories, love, and history. It belonged to Clif’s grandmother, Sylvia, and my mother-in-law, Cindy Safford, lived there and raised Clif and Cassandra in that home. The home belonged to Clif’s grandmother, Sylvia, and Cassandra had been working toward purchasing it from family. Unfortunately, it was uninsured at the time of the fire.

Now, everything is gone: clothes, furniture, back-to-school supplies, and all the little things that made it home. With no insurance to help them rebuild or replace what was lost, they truly have nothing left.

We are asking for your prayers and, if you are able, your support. Donations will help with immediate essentials like clothing and food, and will go toward getting them set up in a new home when they are ready. For now, they will be staying with our family as they begin to rebuild their lives.

Any amount makes a difference, and sharing this page helps more than you know. Thank you for your kindness, compassion, and generosity during this incredibly difficult time.