Let us help my cousin, James and Lisa Jeannotte, and their two young kids (Ryann and Dominic), rebuild their family home, which suffered SIGNIFICANT damage due to relentless rains and flooding that occurred in Milwaukee on Saturday. They were out of town for a family reunion, but came home Sunday night to a literal nightmare. The water filled their entire basement, and into the 1st floor of their ranch home. The damage is beyond words. The floors, carpet, walls, ceiling, appliances - most of everything - was severely damaged or destroyed. Even more heartbreaking — the kids’ play area, their toys, family albums, cherished photos, and artwork were all lost. The place they built together for their two young children, Ryann and Dominic, has been left unrecognizable.

Their homeowners insurance is NOT covering ANY of the damage done to the house. FEMA has provided no relief. James and Lisa are doing everything they can to save what’s left, but the scope of the destruction is overwhelming.

This GoFundMe will help them:

They may be out of work for a month or more while they focus on rebuilding. Every donation — big or small — will make a real difference in helping them get back on their feet and return home with their children.

Let’s come together as family, friends, and a community to surround James, Lisa, Ryann, and Dominic with support. Please consider giving what you can and sharing this page to help them through this incredibly difficult time.

Jared Scholz