Support Laura Stallions Through Her Recovery

Our dearest, lovely friend Laura Stallions was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, and is facing multiple surgeries this year before her treatment is complete. Laura is a Gigposters Queen, an was an integral part of the American Poster Institute, coordinating years and years of Flatstock poster shows. She's helped and has made so many friends through her work, and connected so many of us together.

Though thankfully the cancer was found early (stage zero ), she is undergoing a double mastectomy at the recommendation of her doctors to prevent future issues. These surgeries are invasive and she will be out of work for many weeks after each one (three in total). She will be unable to lift her arms or drive, or do anything significant while she recovers. She has applied for what is available in terms of Oregon's paid leave program, and some other insurance offerings, but t's not nearly enough to cover her living expenses and rent for the full amount of time she will be unable to work.

Almost 50% of Americans do not have the funds to cover a minor emergency, let alone a major medical one. I know that such an unexpected diagnosis would completely turn my world upside down. The least I can do is put this fundraiser together in the hopes that we can give what we can to support a loving friend in a time of acute need. Please considering donating what you can to relieve some of her current and future stress.