On July 14th, a sudden flash flood swept through Plainfield, NJ, leaving my friend Emily Henriquez without a home or any of her belongings. The floodwaters destroyed everything in her apartment, making it unlivable and forcing her to take time off work as she searches for both temporary and permanent housing.

Emily is facing this crisis with remarkable strength, but she’s mostly on her own. While a small group of close friends is offering emotional support and helping where they can, Emily is relying almost entirely on her personal resources to get by. She urgently needs help to cover the costs of safe housing and basic essentials like clothing, toiletries, and everyday necessities.

Emily has always been someone who gives her all to others, and now she needs our help more than ever. Every contribution will help her rebuild her life and regain stability after this devastating loss. Your support will make a real difference as she works to recover and find a new place to call home.