Help “One Single Rose” Bloom

From Grief to Grace—One Treat at a Time

My mom is the heart behind One Single Rose, a small cottage foods business she started in the kitchen that once held only her grief. After the unimaginable loss of my brother—who was tragically shot and killed—my mom found herself in a place of heartbreak no parent should ever know. Cooking and baking became her way of coping, of expressing love, of staying connected to the world—and to him.

My brother had a single rose tattoo, a symbol that meant everything to him and now everything to us. My mom named her business One Single Rose in his honor, carrying his memory into every cupcake, cookie, and homemade treat she creates.

For years, my mom and her closest friends dreamed about starting a catering business together. They would laugh, cook, and say “someday.” After my brother’s passing, my mom decided someday had to become today. She started small—with love, grit, and the oven in our home. Now, she is ready to take the next step: growing One Single Rose from a cottage kitchen with her little mixers and oven to a fully functional commercial set up.

Your support will help her upgrade our home kitchen with commercial appliances where my mom can legally and safely operate her cottage foods business at a larger scale. Funds will go toward:

• Purchasing commercial equipment and supplies

• Licensing and permits

• Branding, marketing, and a professional website

This isn’t just about food. It’s about healing. It’s about honoring a life lost by nurturing others. My mom’s cooking has brought joy to so many—and now she wants to do it on a bigger scale while continuing on her journey of healing.

By donating, you’re not just helping a small business grow—you’re helping a grieving mother rebuild her life with purpose. You’re helping her share her heart, her story, and her treats with the world.

Ways You Can Help:

• Donate — Every dollar brings her closer to her dream.

• Share — Please share our campaign with your friends, family, and community.

• Support Locally — If you’re nearby, consider placing an order or hiring One Single Rose for your next event!

Thank you for taking the time to read our story. With your help, One Single Rose can bloom into something beautiful—just like my brother’s memory deserves.

With gratitude,

Erica