Hi friends,

If you're reading this, you're lucky.

Lucky because you knew and loved Ryan, or because you know and love Mike. Most likely, it's both, because you rarely got one without the other. Never has this world seen a more perfect pair.

We lost Ryan last month, and while that has left a big hole for all of us, the person hurting the most right now is his beloved husband, Mike. We want Mike to be able to focus on grieving this massive loss, not to have to worry about financial next steps. There is a lot of red tape and loose ends when it comes to making sure Mike can access Ryan's finances, and that could take some time.

If you are able to give, any donation will provide Mike with a buffer while he works through the mess and bureaucracy that comes with death. These funds can also help support the costs of Ryan's Celebration of Life next month.

I know Mike isn't going to love that this GoFundMe exists, but he needs our support right now. And luckily, he has armies of loved ones who wish they could do more to support him. With that in mind, please share, but please share discreetly.

Thank you.