This is not easy to write—but it is written with honesty, humility, and deep gratitude.

Recently, while relocating for military service, our family experienced a devastating theft. While we slept, our enclosed trailer—carrying the things we believed mattered most—was stolen. What was taken wasn’t just property. It was memory, history, and pieces of our family story that cannot be replaced.

Before going further, we want to say this clearly:

Our military command, church community, and many dear friends and family members have already stepped in to help us in meaningful ways. Their financial support, generosity, and encouragement have been an incredible blessing, and we are deeply grateful.

This fundraiser was not created out of urgency or impulse. Several friends and family members encouraged us to open a GoFundMe after recognizing that this loss would create far-reaching financial obligations as we attempt to rebuild—particularly beyond immediate clothing needs, which have already been lovingly addressed by our community.

We have also reached out to our insurance providers. Unfortunately, because there was no specific policy on the trailer and the loss did not occur as part of a vehicle accident, the contents of the trailer are not covered. Additionally, because the theft did not occur at our home, it is currently unclear whether our personal property insurance will apply in any way. As it stands now, much of this loss may not be recoverable through insurance.

What hurts most is not the trailer itself, or even the dollar value of what was taken—it’s what those items represented:

The first gift I ever gave my wife

A bracelet from her deceased father

A bow box holding 25 years of hair bows worn by our daughters

My grandmother’s ring

Shoes gifted by my father that my wife could never part with

Childhood stuffed animals

Handmade gifts from friends

A child’s Pokémon card collection built over years

Family keepsakes that carried meaning, not price tags

Those things cannot be replaced.

At the same time, the practical impact has been substantial. We lost appliances, mattresses, artwork, household essentials, tools, and all of my military uniforms—items that must be replaced in order for our family to function and for me to continue serving effectively. Replacing these essentials represents a significant financial burden, particularly in the middle of a cross-country military relocation with a large family.

As a husband and father, the hardest part has been knowing I cannot recover what was taken—and that I cannot shield my family from the weight of that loss. What I can do is take responsibility for rebuilding, step by step.

That is why we are asking for help.

Not out of desperation.

Not out of entitlement.

But out of humility and realism.

We are a family that works hard.

We are a family that serves.

We are a family that rebuilds.

Support through this fundraiser will help us address the long-term financial impact of this loss, replace essential items, and regain stability—so we can focus on healing, parenting, and continuing to serve where we’ve been called.

If you choose to give, please know: You are helping a family move forward.

You are helping restore stability and dignity.

You are helping children feel secure again.

You are helping us rebuild what can be rebuilt.

If you are unable to give, we are still grateful for prayers, encouragement, and for sharing our story.

We will be okay.

We will rebuild.

We will move forward stronger than before.

From our family to yours—thank you for standing with us.