Please help Crystal's Baked Blessings get mobile

Hi there! My name is Crystal Hedlund, a few people suggested starting a GoFundMe in hopes it could help not only my family but to help get my company mobile so we can continue to help those who need it most..... our lowest-income community ..I own Crystal's Baked Blessings which is based in Canoe and has been for the past couple years! Before that, I was based in Blind Bay and then in Vernon for 8 years. I am not sure if you've heard of me or my company, but it surely isnt for a lack trying, LOL! I've been all over facebook and several news avenues for the community service that I do and have done for the past nearly 5 years.

https://www.facebook.com/CrystalsBakedBlessings

https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/316640/Vernon-baker-launches-effort-to-feed-less-fortunate-with-Baked-Blessings

https://www.castanet.net/news/Vernon/455287/Vernon-s-Baked-Blessings-looking-for-assistance-to-help-woman-living-on-street-celebrate-her-birthday

https://www.lakecountrycalendar.com/community/vernon-mom-shares-christmas-care-3481267" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">https://www.vernonmorningstar.com/community/shuswap-baker-fulfilling-christmas-wishlists-for-families-in-need-3353242https://www.lakecountrycalendar.com/community/vernon-mom-shares-christmas-care-3481267

https://www.revelstokereview.com/community/burnout-death-threats-stigma-inside-the-life-of-an-okanagan-non-profit-operator-4317374

I have been helping the lowest of the low-income people and families in the Okanagan and Shuswap communities for the past 5 years along with having 8 kiddos, 6 of which live at home full time. LOL! I have 4 bio, 1 step and 3 adopted from the Ministry of Children and Families.

Every month and every Christmas my Crystal's Baked Blessings community and I sponsor and adopt low income families for their birthdays which includes a custom cake which I bake personally, presents and decorations through donations that the communities provide. Then I personally deliver the magic to these homes

Hopefully, I haven't lost you in the long story hang in there, lol. The reason I am creating this GoFundMe is because I am desperate and have no other options. I've even reached out to auto centers, car lots/dealerships or anyone with any "pull" in the community and no one is willing to help

In July we lost our family van, literally the only vehicle that would fit me and all the kiddos. In September my summer car gave me huge mechanical issues and gave me two flat tires at the same time. Having 6 kids, 5 of which are in 4 different schools in the Shuswap is no easy task. Getting groceries is a nightmare not to mention being able to deliver baking and donations to those who need it. Knowing this one of my community members offered me a vehicle to use for the time being, awesome, right?? Not awesome, no.... both back windows are busted out, back row of seats have been literally cut out of the vehicle, mechanical issues, electrical issues and has left my kids and I stranded more then once. Literally a nightmare.  

I had hundreds of people nominating me for the Shuswap Christmas Car as well as Vernon Hyundai because they were giving a car away this Christmas too and unfortunately, I wasn't chosen. I think people get the misconception that I am well-off. I have a business of my own so I must be raking in the dough....right?? Nothing is further than the truth.i didnt even know how I was going to be able to collect and deliver all of the Christmas donations to 4 low-income Shuswap/Okanagan families this year. Luckily I found a couple of local elves who delivered the Christmas Eve tradition starters, stockings, presents, and of course Christmas dinner to those who needed it most.

It has always been my passion to help people who don't think there's anyone left who cares. To touch the lives of those who have no hope left. Unfortunately, I won't be able to continue..... without a vehicle, I can't even help my own family

I am wondering.... is there any way in God's creation and beyond that you would consider donating towards this incredible cause and create a miracle for someone who has literally bent over backwards for people to make sure they felt loved and taken care of?

If there is even a twinkle of consideration, consider donating even $5.  Even the smallest amount goes such a long long way when you have a community that wants to work together and make miracles happen!  If you're unable to donate, please share my story and spread the word... I honestly and truly need all the help I can get   If you don't feel comfortable donating on this platform, you are welcome to contact me or my company through Facebook

Thank you so much for not only your consideration but for your time reading this loooong post lol