Brandon and Tracy have always been the kind of people who put others first—whether it’s supporting a neighbor, lending a hand, or showing up when someone is in need. Now, they are facing one of the toughest challenges of their lives. Just a couple of weeks ago, Brandon, who is 44 years old, was diagnosed with colorectal cancer, and their world was turned upside down overnight. Brandon works full-time for the City of Fortuna, and Tracy is a dedicated full-time hospice nurse. Together, they are raising two children who depend on their love and strength every single day.

Since the diagnosis, their family has been swept into a whirlwind of medical appointments, long-distance travel, and overwhelming uncertainty. They are making frequent five-hour trips to UCSF to meet with specialists and plan for treatment—trips that mean missed work, hotel stays, meals away from home, and the strain of leaving their kids behind while trying to maintain a sense of normalcy. On top of travel and lodging, lost wages and upcoming medical expenses add another layer of financial stress to an already difficult journey.

Anyone who knows Brandon and Tracy knows their hearts for others. They are always the first to give, to help, and to serve. Now, they need their community to rally around them. Your support will go directly toward travel costs, lodging, medical expenses, lost wages, and caring for their children as they walk through this challenging season and work toward Brandon’s recovery.

Love, prayers, and positive thoughts are also deeply appreciated by their family as they face this road ahead with courage and hope.