Our friend Jake Schneider was diagnosed with ALS in late 2022, and since then his life has changed in ways most of us can’t imagine. ALS is a neurodegenerative disease that slowly takes away your ability to move. Today, Jake can no longer use his arms, and his legs are weakening to the point where even basic daily tasks are becoming impossible without help.
But even through all of this, Jake is still Jake—clever as hell, sharp-witted, hardworking, fiercely loyal, and the calmest person in the room despite the chaos happening in his own body. He’s a devoted dad to his 6-year-old son, and he deserves to spend his time focused on being a father—not on how to afford the basics.
Because Jake can no longer work, he now faces overwhelming financial needs just to live safely and with dignity.
His current expenses require roughly $1,000 per week, and his home needs at least $20,000 in renovations so he can remain there—with proper accessibility and equipment that will allow him to keep living at home with his son.
On top of everything he’s facing, Jake also lost his brother, Nick, unexpectedly this past August. The amount of heartbreak in such a short period of time is something no family should ever have to endure.
If you know Jake, you know how much he loves his people, how good he is to his friends, and how deeply he’s loved in return. He has always shown up for others. Now it’s our turn to show up for him.
Every donation—no matter the size—makes a real difference in Jake’s ability to stay in his home, manage his care, and spend meaningful, stress-free time with his son in the time he has.
Thank you for helping us support someone who truly deserves it.
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