Mike lived in Santa Rosa next to Coffey Park and the Santa Rose fire completely incinerated his house, leaving Mike with nothing but his dog, his car, and the clothes on his back.  While insurance will cover some of what he lost, it would be good if we could help him out with some money to get clothing and other essentials until insurance can start reimbursing him.
This GoFundMe was started by Mike's friend Anthony (who lives in Vancouver, WA).  The goal is low, as the intended audience for this GoFundMe is Mike's friends/former co-workers, though anyone is welcome to donate.  Any donated money will be provided to Mike for his use.
Edit:
GoFundMe has asked for the following information:
Who you are and where you’re from:
A: Anthony Ho, Vancouver, WA
Your relationship or contact to the parties you're raising funds for:
A: Friend and former co-worker for the beneficiary Michael Desmond.
How the funds will be spent (be specific as possible):
A: To cover things until insurance can begin to, items such as clothing, food/meals, gasoline to travel, lost official documents, photocopying, mailing.
Your withdrawal plan to get the funds from the campaign to the ultimate beneficiary:
Mike Desmond has been given full access to the funds via GoFundMe's options.