This past week, a massive rainfall turned into a nightmare for my sister, Christine James. What started as a heavy storm quickly escalated into a devastating flood that overtook her basement. Within hours, her home was transformed into a construction zone. Because the damage was caused by external flooding, her insurance company denied the claim, leaving her to face the staggering costs of restoration alone.

But this isn’t just about a basement; it’s about the people who call this house home. Christine has been providing a soft landing for her daughter and son-in-law as they work through a difficult season, and right now, her two young grandchildren—including a newborn—are living there. The flood destroyed two bedrooms and a half-finished bathroom, but more critically, it wiped out the home’s essential infrastructure. They are currently without a working furnace and water heater, and all the furniture in the living areas was lost to the water.

We are raising funds to help Christine make her home safe and livable again. Your donations will go directly toward replacing the furnace and water heater, professional mitigation to prevent mold, replacing essential furniture, and rebuilding the bedrooms so the family has a place to sleep. Christine is always the first person to help others, and now she is the one in need. Any amount, no matter how small, will go directly toward getting this family back on their feet. If you cannot donate, please consider sharing this page with your network. With gratitude, Steve Fox