If you know Judy, then you already know this: she is the kind of person who makes life better for everyone around her.

Judy is the neighbor, friend, and community member everyone loves. She has a way of showing up for people quietly and consistently. She has helped so many families, including mine, in more ways than I can count. From helping with jobs, gifting pianos, surprising people with thoughtful drop-offs, buying my kids chickens, and making everyone feel seen, loved, and cared for — that is just who she is.

Now Judy needs us.

Judy is battling Stage IV NSCLC (non-small cell lung cancer) with an exon 19 deletion that has now mutated. The medication she needs could significantly extend her lifespan and give her more precious time, but her insurance has stopped covering it.

The cost of this medication is $19,000 per month.

We are trying to raise $240,000 to help cover one year of treatment. Our immediate goal is to raise $20,000 by Friday so she can begin treatment next week while we continue fighting for insurance approval.

If you have ever been helped by Judy, loved by Judy, laughed with Judy, or simply believe good people deserve support when life gets unfair — please consider donating.

Every dollar matters. Every share matters. Every prayer matters.

The world would be a much sadder place without Judy, and I know so many of us feel the same.

Please help us show up for someone who has spent her life showing up for everyone else.

If you'd rather donate directly, Venmo: @KelseiPearce 1633

Thank you so much for loving Judy with us.