Help Janice & TJ Keep Their Home — Let’s Show Up for the Ones Who Always Show Up for Us

If you’ve ever crossed paths with Janice and TJ, you already know what kind of people they are—quiet heroes, community builders, and the type of friends who show up without hesitation. They’ve been the ones offering a warm meal when someone’s day went wrong, sharing their home when someone needed a place to land, or simply being a steady shoulder during tough moments. Many of us have stayed in their cottage, borrowed their time, or leaned on their kindness, only to find they refused to take anything in return. That’s just who they are: generous to a fault, humble, and always ready to help.

What many people don’t know is that over the last half-year, life has thrown them a series of setbacks that even the strongest people would struggle to absorb. These challenges have stacked up quietly, because Janice and TJ are intensely private and never want to burden anyone—even when they desperately need support. They’ve kept their hardships close to the chest, hoping things would turn around before it became anyone else’s problem. Unfortunately, the situation has reached a point where silence is no longer sustainable. They are now behind on rent and face the very real, immediate risk of eviction.

This home isn’t just a roof over their heads—it’s where they, their Army veteran son, and their three beloved cats live and depend on stability. Losing it would mean displacement for an entire family who has spent their lives making sure others never ended up in that situation. It would mean losing their safe space, their routine, and their ability to continue rebuilding after these difficult months. No one deserves that, least of all people who consistently give more than they ever receive. It’s time for their community—the very one they’ve supported—to stand up for them in return.

The hardships began over the summer, when TJ suffered a serious back injury that forced him to stop giving tours and step back from other physically demanding work he relied on. With his income suddenly gone, he made the difficult decision to start over professionally and enroll in trade school. It’s a brave move, but one that comes with a temporary financial gap. Meanwhile, Janice has been carrying the full weight of supporting the household, working tirelessly while also trying to manage the emotional strain of watching her partner fight through pain and uncertainty.

As expenses compounded—medical costs, missed work, and the rising cost of living—their rent fell behind. What started as a small delay snowballed, as these situations often do when there’s no safety net to break the fall. They did everything they could to stay afloat, but the numbers eventually outpaced their ability to catch up. As of this week, the total they need to pay to avoid eviction is **$5,000**, due immediately. Without it, they face the devastating prospect of losing their home.

I only learned about their situation recently, after noticing something wasn’t right and finally asking the questions they weren’t going to volunteer. With their reluctant permission, I’m stepping in to help amplify their story—because they never would have asked on their own. They’ve spent their lives solving other people’s emergencies, and now they’re staring down an emergency no one should face alone. I know this is last-minute, and I know the timeline is tight, but I also know the power of community when we rally behind people who deserve it.

Many of you reading this have your own stories about Janice and TJ—times they’ve shown up without being asked, times they’ve given despite having little themselves, times they’ve made you feel seen, welcomed, or cared for. Think about those moments, and about how rare it is to meet people with hearts like theirs. This is our chance to give back in a way that truly matters. Even a small contribution helps them take a breath, stay in their home, and continue moving forward instead of losing everything they’ve worked for.

Every dollar donated here goes directly toward paying their back rent and keeping their family safely housed. Your support ensures they don’t have to choose between food, housing, or continuing TJ’s path toward a career that will ultimately stabilize their household. It buys them time—something life has denied them lately—and reminds them that they are not alone, not forgotten, and not without a community that values them. This isn’t charity; it’s reciprocity. It’s gratitude. It’s love in action.

If you can give, please do. If you can share this campaign, that’s just as valuable. The more eyes we reach, the better the chances of helping this family avoid eviction in the coming days. Algorithms favor early engagement, so even liking or sharing the campaign link boosts visibility in a big way. The faster we spread the word, the more likely we’ll meet the goal in time. You can be part of that momentum, part of that life-changing wave of support.

Janice and TJ have spent years proving what community looks like. Now, they need to see it reflected back. Let’s surround them with the same warmth, generosity, and compassion they’ve always extended to others. Let’s keep them in their home. Let’s show them who we are.

**Donate if you can. Share if you can. And thank you—for showing up for the people who have always shown up for us.**