Paradise Lost - Housing Needed
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California wildfire incinerates town
Thursday morning, November 8th, the residents of Paradise, CA were evacuated due to a rainstorm of burning debris from a nearby forest fire. The fire spread so rapidly many (like my brother Caleb) were stranded and caught between walls of fire with closed roads in all directions. Fire fighters were focused solely on evacuation because the fire raged with 0% containment for over 24 hours, resulting in ~ 80% of the town being destroyed.
The Wilner homestead was leveled, only the houses foundation and stone chimney survive. Those who know my parents have stood in awe of Louis's other-worldly shop, full of tools and trinkets from around the globe...supplied by antique shops across the US. He even had created multiple tools to work on is prized Model A's, as well as clients antique vehicles. Also gone is Amy's personal glass studio where her post-retirement creativity produced gorgeous and functional pieces of art. The loss of this home has also impacted my 12 yo nephew Brody who is living with Louis and Amy, enrolled in 7th grade and involved in almost every activity in his age group.
Louis and Amy are my parents and have lived in Paradise for over 30 years, they are deeply ingrained in the community. I recently moved to Houston on the heels of Hurricane Harvey and was blessed to be a part of the recovery efforts. Now I'm sitting in TX watching another natural disaster affect loved ones across the country and asking for your help. This request is being promoted by the whole Wilner family, any amount of support is appreciated!
This campaign's goal is to raise $25,000 for a mobile trailer/RV that will provide sustainable temporary housing while they handle the long road to rebuild and recovery. The funds raised will augment insurance benefits when (and if) they are distributed, and provide a much needed immediate relief to find stable housing.
Reasons to give:
1) Something about this story touches you
2) You prefer to donate to people you know
3) You want to be invited to the next Wilner Hoe-Down
All families in Paradise experienced unfathomable loss, are pondering next steps, and are spread across northern California. If you're not comfortable donating to this fund please find another opportunity.
Thursday morning, November 8th, the residents of Paradise, CA were evacuated due to a rainstorm of burning debris from a nearby forest fire. The fire spread so rapidly many (like my brother Caleb) were stranded and caught between walls of fire with closed roads in all directions. Fire fighters were focused solely on evacuation because the fire raged with 0% containment for over 24 hours, resulting in ~ 80% of the town being destroyed.
The Wilner homestead was leveled, only the houses foundation and stone chimney survive. Those who know my parents have stood in awe of Louis's other-worldly shop, full of tools and trinkets from around the globe...supplied by antique shops across the US. He even had created multiple tools to work on is prized Model A's, as well as clients antique vehicles. Also gone is Amy's personal glass studio where her post-retirement creativity produced gorgeous and functional pieces of art. The loss of this home has also impacted my 12 yo nephew Brody who is living with Louis and Amy, enrolled in 7th grade and involved in almost every activity in his age group.
Louis and Amy are my parents and have lived in Paradise for over 30 years, they are deeply ingrained in the community. I recently moved to Houston on the heels of Hurricane Harvey and was blessed to be a part of the recovery efforts. Now I'm sitting in TX watching another natural disaster affect loved ones across the country and asking for your help. This request is being promoted by the whole Wilner family, any amount of support is appreciated!
This campaign's goal is to raise $25,000 for a mobile trailer/RV that will provide sustainable temporary housing while they handle the long road to rebuild and recovery. The funds raised will augment insurance benefits when (and if) they are distributed, and provide a much needed immediate relief to find stable housing.
Reasons to give:
1) Something about this story touches you
2) You prefer to donate to people you know
3) You want to be invited to the next Wilner Hoe-Down
All families in Paradise experienced unfathomable loss, are pondering next steps, and are spread across northern California. If you're not comfortable donating to this fund please find another opportunity.
Co-organizers (2)
Hannah Wilner
Organizer
Paradise, CA
Sarah Wilner
Co-organizer