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Help Leigh & Chris After Devastating Home Fire

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Hello Everyone, 

 My name is Lauren and I'm raising money to help my best friends after a devastating loss. Sunday night was a nightmare; Leigh, an artist & fashion buyer, and her fiancé, Chris, lost their entire home, all of their belongings, and their sweet kitty, Pip, to a house fire which engulfed their home all within 10 minutes. The cause of the fire is unknown, however it is likely electrical and of no fault of their own. 

We are so grateful that Leigh, Chris, and one of their pets, Mo, are physically safe today, but now they must start entirely from scratch. Along with all of their fundamental and basic necessities, Leigh lost 20 years worth of art supplies and pieces, a collection of clothing designs she hand crafted, and one of a kind materials. Chris lost all of his equipment that he used to work remotely, along with all of his personal collections he’s spent years creating and acquiring. 

This is dispiriting and daunting, to say the least. We are asking that you please donate what you can, so that these wonderful people can begin building their lives back. No amount is too small; every little bit helps and is so incredibly appreciated. Thank you all so much for taking the time to read this. Please share if you cannot donate.
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Donations 

  • Anonymous
    • $30
    • 3 yrs
  • Anonymous
    • $100
    • 3 yrs
  • Anonymous
    • $5
    • 3 yrs
  • Anonymous
    • $50
    • 3 yrs
  • Kristine Maniscalco
    • $100
    • 3 yrs
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Co-organizers (2)

Lauren Smith
Organizer
Charlotte, NC
Leigh Harris
Beneficiary
Jamie Maniscalco
Co-organizer

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