Our hearts are heavy as we rally together to support our beloved friend and colleague, Linda Jones, who lost everything in a devastating fire. It’s hard to imagine the heartbreak she’s facing, but we hope to bring her some comfort and relief during this incredibly difficult time.

Linda has been part of our Today Show family for over two years. She’s one of the behind-the-scenes heroes on our combo crew, working closely with the art and our food team to carefully strike each day’s production and prepare the set for what’s next. Her kindness, work ethic, and steady presence make her such a valued part of our team.

Before joining us, Linda spent years caring for others as a registered nurse, all while raising three children who are now grown. Heartbreakingly, while she was away on vacation, a fire destroyed her home. She returned to find nearly everything gone.

Right now, Linda is in need of all the essentials—clothing, personal care items, and everyday basics. Her size is a medium/large. If you'd like to help in another way, gift cards from places like Target, Walmart, Stop & Shop, CVS, Gap, Old Navy, or Dick’s Sporting Goods would be especially helpful as she works to rebuild her life.

Every donation, no matter the size, will help Linda take the first steps forward and remind her that she’s surrounded by love and support. Thank you for keeping her in your thoughts and for offering kindness when she needs it most.

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