We are setting up a GoFundMe for a family we have known for 12 years and with whom we share a deep connection. They are loving and devoted parents raising three children on very limited resources. Last Thursday, their 15-year-old son, Jace, was shot while walking to school in Long Beach, CA. Jace is an honor roll student— thoughtful, kind, and hardworking. He survived, but his injuries are serious— a shattered tailbone and a bullet lodged in his stomach that doctors cannot safely remove. He has begun physical therapy and was able to stand up yesterday, which is a huge milestone, but his recovery will be long and uncertain.

The family is now facing overwhelming medical expenses, loss of income while caring for Jace, and the continued insecurity of not having a permanent place to live. This is a moment where the community stepping in could genuinely change the trajectory of their lives—not just help them survive this crisis, but help them finally find stability.

Your support will help cover medical expenses, ongoing therapy, transportation, and basic needs during Jace’s recovery. If possible, it will also help with the costs of relocating into safe and stable housing so that Jace can heal in a secure environment. This family is resilient, loving, and truly deserving of support. Any help you can give is deeply appreciated.