My long-time coworker and friend Maurice Woods recently had his entire world turned upside down when his wife and partner of over 20 years, Mercedes, was rushed to the hospital and diagnosed with a critical illness. In an instant, Maurice found himself facing the unimaginable—trying to be there for Mercedes during her final hours, while also managing work and parenting all on his own. As anyone who has been through a crisis knows, paid time off and sick days can disappear quickly, leaving families struggling to keep up with everyday expenses when life hits hardest.

Maurice is a dedicated family man who has always worked hard to provide for his loved ones. Now, he is doing everything he can to comfort his wife and maintain his household, but the challenges are overwhelming. The funds raised through this campaign will help Maurice cover essential bills, put food on the table, pay rent, keep up with energy costs, and manage car insurance and gas while he takes time off to care for his family. Every bit of support will help ease the burden and allow Maurice to focus on what matters most—being there for Mercedes and their family.

We often think our own situations are rough until we meet someone who is dealing with something much worse. Please consider donating or sharing to help Maurice through this difficult time. Anything you can give is greatly appreciated and will make a real difference for this hardworking, devoted family.