Hi, I’m Jack Allen. The guy in the picture is my friend Larry Johnson. Many of you probably know Larry, and if you do, I’m certain that you’d agree that he’s as nice a person as you’d ever want to meet.

Unfortunately, the last week hasn’t been good to him. First, his house caught fire, and he was left with the clothes on his back and his car. Fortunately, he has family in the area, so he had a place to stay. However, to add to his woes, an as yet undiagnosed illness has landed him in the hospital. Larry has health insurance, but, alas, his home was uninsured. Thus, I am asking you to help as much as you can to make up for his loss. Any amount you can contribute will be greatly appreciated.