At 12:18pm yesterday, an extremely fast-moving and devastating thunderstorm swept through Lake Geneva with overwhelming winds, causing widespread destruction. The storm uprooted huge trees, blocked roads, and left thousands of residents without power. Many neighborhoods remain inaccessible, and it may take up to five days before power is fully restored. Tragically, there was also loss of life due to the fast-moving storm. The impact has been felt by families and homeowners throughout the area, with many facing urgent needs and unexpected expenses.

Funds raised through this campaign will go directly toward emergency tree removal, debris cleanup, temporary housing assistance, home repairs not covered by insurance, and emergency needs for affected families. Our goal is to ensure that everyone affected receives the help they need to restore their homes and lives.

We are asking for your support to help our community recover from this devastating storm. Any contribution, big or small, will make a difference for families who urgently need help. Please share and donate to support Lake Geneva's recovery. Together, we can rebuild and bring hope back to our community.

Alexandria Binanti, as the Executive Director of the Downtown Lake Geneva Business Improvement District (BID) is organizing this fundraiser. We are a designated Main Street organization for Lake Geneva that offers community assistance in various capacities.

We have partnered with our City and local chapter of Habitat for Humanity for intake of damages. Habitat for Humanity is equipped to review needs assessments and gives recommendations of funds to those with the greatest need. We will then directly contribute to those expenses in the partnering fund.

Funds will be spent for tree removal, house repairs to make homes inhabitable again.