Hi, my name is Jean, and I’m one of Laura’s best friends. Many of you may already know that Laura is facing a major brain surgery—a craniotomy—to remove a meningioma. This is an overwhelming procedure that requires her skull to be opened so her neurosurgeon can safely remove the tumor.

Laura will be unable to work for 2–6 weeks while she recovers, and the medical bills are already piling up. Each MRI has cost her $250, and she has already begun receiving hospital bills on top of everyday expenses.

If you know Laura, you know she is the type of person who never asks for help. In fact, she just used money from her 401k to build a room for her mother so she can help take care of her because that’s the kind of giving, selfless person she is. But now, it’s Laura who truly needs support.

Anything you can give—whether big or small—will help lighten her burden and allow her to focus on what matters most: healing and being there for her family.

On behalf of Laura and all of us who love her, thank you for your kindness, generosity, and prayers during this difficult time.