While my incredible friend Des was recently interstate at a National Youth Cancer advocacy trip- giving back to a community she is deeply involved in empowering - an electrical fire tore through her rental apartment. Everything inside was either destroyed or contaminated by toxic smoke and fumes having to be destroyed

Most heartbreaking of all, her two absolutely beloved cats, Mango and Matcha, tragically passed away in the fire

Destinee has already endured more in her 25 years than anyone should in a lifetime. A cancer survivor who faced treatment alone and isolated in remote Queensland. She has battled through unimaginable pain, grief, and hardship—and still, she shows up as one of the most fun, positive, kind, and generous people I know. This loss is devastating, it’s cruel!

This GoFundMe isn’t just about helping Des replace what was lost, it’s about giving her even a fraction of the love, comfort, and support she gives so freely to others

If you can donate, please do, even a small amount truly means the world. If you’re not in a position to give, please share. Let’s show Des she’s not alone, that she is deeply valued, loved and supported, and that there is light on the other side of this heartbreaking chapter