A heartbreaking tragedy has struck someone incredibly dear to me. Daniela Gomez, a beloved member of my team, just lost her father, Danilo, after a devastating and unexpected accident. One moment he was attending a gathering — the next, a fall down a dark staircase changed everything. After days in the ICU, he was declared brain dead. No family should have to face this kind of pain and financial burden alone.

Danilo’s final wish was to be laid to rest in his homeland, the Philippines, surrounded by his loved ones. His family is now facing the overwhelming cost of transporting his body overseas, along with funeral expenses.

I’m creating this GoFundMe to help ease that burden. Daniela and her family are navigating unbearable grief and urgently need our help to give Danilo the farewell he deserves and support a heartbroken mother left behind with two children.

Any amount helps — whether it’s a donation or a simple share — and will go directly toward easing the weight on this family’s shoulders.

With deepest gratitude,

Lana Kurayeva