This has been updated to reflect the changes in mom’s healthcare plan with the recent setbacks from illnesses that were brought on by chemo. She has no immune system now so every day is a challenge to keep herself safe and away from germs. She recently had to have a blood transfusion and also ended up being diagnosed with Covid which has kept her out of work for almost a week. Prayers for her going forward as she had just started this long journey. If you know our mom, she’s pretty stubborn so we have all the faith that this will be a page in her Survivors book! I have also added her personal Venmo info for those of you that want to send directly to her. Any amount is truly appreciated. This allows her quicker access if she needs gas or groceries without waiting on the go fund me transfer. Thank you again for helping our family during this journey.

Hi, our names are Monica Duncan, Sean Brooks, and Madison Duncan and we’re creating this fundraiser for our mom, Amanda Brooks, who is currently fighting stage 3 breast cancer.

She was recently diagnosed, and as you can imagine, life has changed in an instant. She has to complete a few more test, followed by a mastectomy and then will begin radiation and chemotherapy. She will be out of work for at least 6 weeks to heal and recover. While she’s doing everything she can to stay strong and focus on healing, the reality is that being unable to work is putting a huge financial strain on her.

The funds from this campaign will go directly toward covering her basic living expenses during this time—including rent, utilities, food, gas, phone, and insurance. These are the essentials that will allow her to rest, recover, and fight this thing without the added stress of how she’s going to keep a roof over her head or food on the table.

Our mom is one of the hardest-working and most caring people we know. She’s always the one helping others, and now it’s our turn to show up for her. Whether you can give a little or a lot, every single donation makes a difference—and if you can’t donate, sharing this page with others means just as much.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your support, love, and kindness during one of the toughest chapters in our lives. We’re holding onto hope, leaning on our faith, and so grateful for any help we receive.

If you do not feel comfortable donating through GoFundMe, I completely understand. I've also included my Venmo below as an alternative option. Your support in any form means so much! Thank you!

Venmo: Monica-Duncan-17

Venmo: Amanda-Barnes-92 (the last 4 digits of her phone # are 2350 in case it asks you to verify)

With love and gratitude,

Monica Duncan, Sean Brooks, and Madison Duncan