My neighbors and longtime JP residents' homes caught fire Wednesday morning, Feb 18, 2026. Everyone is okay, but 13 people are displaced. The family that owns the house (Caleb and Cheryl) has 2 girls. They managed to grab their coats and winter boots, but they need changes of clothes, backpacks, school supplies, etc. The other two families need essentials as well: socks, underwear, sweaters...
The neighbors next to the house that caught on fire were also displaced because the fire spread to their home as well. 13 people total were displaced.
There is a donation collection at Spontaneous Celebrations for winter gear, shoes, sweaters, etc.
A total of 13 people were displaced. Having assistance in this time when almost everything is lost is crucial. Please help however you can. This is an effort to help everyone that was affected.
All funds raised will be distributed among the families who lost their homes in this fire. I (Daniela) am working with the folks impacted to provide them the funds. I will let them coordinate how they distribute the funds most fairly. These funds will help them cover their immediate needs (clothes, toiletries, cookware, perhaps security deposits for their next place to live, etc.) Let's come together to help our neighbors!
I will add more details as I learn them so we can help as best we can.
Funds will go towards their immediate needs: winter gear, shoes, bras, underwear, socks, school supplies, toiletries.