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Save Jennifer’s Home: A Sacred Space for Healing & Prayer

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A Place of Family, Healing, and Hope
For two decades, this land has been more than just my home-it’s been a place where hundreds of people have found respite, healing, and a sense of belonging. Nestled in the woods of Humboldt County, every cabin, ceremonial space, and garden was created with love and intention to welcome others. This land has witnessed prayers, celebrations, tears, laughter, and countless moments of connection.

After 20 years of opening our home as a ceremonial ground and refuge for so many, we now face a critical deadline: $38,000 needed by June 8th to keep this sacred place in our family’s care.

As a mom, a friend, and a functional health coach, I’ve dedicated my life to creating spaces where people can heal and thrive. My children grew up in this beautiful chaos-people from all walks of life gathering in our home, sharing meals, offering prayers, and finding their way back to themselves. The land itself feels like part of our family, woven into our story and the stories of so many who have come here.

Our Shared History
This family land has been a place where:
  • Prayer circles and ceremonies have brought spiritual nourishment to hundreds
  • Young people, especially young women, found safety and protection when they needed it most
  • Community members discovered meaningful work and purpose
  • Visitors experienced profound moments of healing and personal breakthrough
  • Laughter, song, and celebration echoed through these woods
  • And a home!

Our Family's Journey
In 2021, our world shifted dramatically when two beloved family members died from COVID. The grief was overwhelming, compounded by the painful politicization of their deaths that fractured relationships and isolated us when we needed community most.

A year later, I received a cancer diagnosis, sending us deeper into uncertainty. What followed was a cascade of challenges-a broken arm, my mother's health crisis, and other family struggles that tested our resilience in ways I never imagined.

Yet even through these difficult times, I began taking small steps forward. I'm grateful to share that I am now cancer-free. As spring blooms across the land, it also blooms within our hearts. After four years of challenge, we have all turned a corner.

Prayer ceremonies have returned to the land. Songs and laughter once again fill these sacred spaces. The healing continues-not just for me, but for everyone who finds their way here.

This land has held so many stories, so much healing, and so much love. It has weathered storms alongside us, and now stands ready to embrace a new chapter of connection and transformation.

Why I'm Asking for Help
I've always given freely-my time, my home, my heart. Asking for help isn't easy, but I know this land's impact reaches far beyond just me or my family. For decades, it has been a place where community gathers, where healing happens, where prayers are shared.

The past year has been one of great reclamation - slowly rebuilding my life and livelihood piece by piece. As I've healed, I've launched my health coaching practice, created the Airbnb space, and completed a rental property. These are the foundations of my future sustainability, but they're just beginning to take root. The bank's deadline doesn't align with this rebuilding timeline - they need payment now, while these ventures need time to grow and flourish.

Through this healing journey, I've discovered deeper wisdom to share through my health coaching practice, focusing on women's wellness, nervous system regulation, and the profound connections between our inner voice and physical health. The challenges taught me lessons I now use to help others find their own path to healing.

The bank doesn't wait, even when life delivers its hardest blows. Without immediate financial support, this sanctuary that has held space for countless transformative experiences will be lost.

Your Contribution Makes a Difference
Every donation, regardless of size, helps preserve this sacred space and is received with heartfelt gratitude. Whether you are able to give a little or a lot, your support is a vital part of keeping this sanctuary alive.

For those who feel called and are able to make a larger contribution, I would love to offer something meaningful in return-gifts of my time, expertise, and the healing work that has been renewed and deepened through my own journey. These are available as a thank you for your generosity, should you wish to receive them:

$500 Donation
A comprehensive HTMA test analysis with personalized results and recommendations
A 2-hour in-depth consultation to interpret your results and create a personalized health plan
(Total value: $600)

$1,000 Donation
Everything in the $500 tier
Plus three additional follow-up coaching sessions focused on nervous system regulation, nutritional wellness, or women's health (your choice)
A personalized supplement review and recommendation plan
(Total value: $1,400)

$2,000 Donation
A week-long stay at our peaceful Airbnb retreat (for you or as a gift to someone you love)
A welcome basket of local, healing foods and products
(Total value: $2,400)

$5,000 Donation
A comprehensive 3-month health transformation program including:
Initial HTMA testing and interpretation
Six in-depth coaching sessions
Personalized nutritional guidance
Nervous system regulation practices
Email support between sessions
OR a two-week stay at our Airbnb retreat
(Total value: $5,500)

If you simply wish to give, please know that your contribution-no matter the amount-is deeply appreciated and will help this land continue to serve as a sanctuary for many.

The Vision Forward
With your help, this land will continue to be:
  • A sanctuary for ceremonies and spiritual gatherings
  • A place of healing and transformation
  • A resource for connection and celebration
  • A safe haven for those who need protection and support
  • And a home for my family!

Your support ensures that the prayers, laughter, healing, and community building that have defined this space for two decades can continue for years to come.

This isn't just about saving a piece of property-it's about preserving a living, breathing sanctuary that has touched hundreds of lives and stands ready to welcome hundreds more.

Thank you for being part of this journey of restoration and renewal.

With deep gratitude,
Jennifer
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  • Anonymous
    • $100
    • 2 mos
  • Anonymous
    • $25
    • 2 mos
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Jennifer Markman
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Shelter Cove, CA

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