Support Sally Collins After House Fire
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I’m raising funds for my grandmother, Sally Collins, after a devastating house fire at her home in the Evanston neighborhood of Cincinnati on November 9, 2026. The fire caused extensive damage to the house and, even more heartbreakingly, claimed the life of my uncle, Cecil Collins, who was 66 years old.
My grandmother and Cecil lived together in that home for about 30 years. It was more than just a house to our family. It was the place where they built their lives and where generations of us shared memories. For me personally, Cecil was much more than an uncle. After my father passed away when I was 12, he became one of the most important men in my life. He showed up for me in the moments that mattered, and I have always seen him as my superhero.
Now my grandmother is facing two devastating losses at once: the death of her son and major damage to the home they shared for three decades. The Cincinnati Fire Department initially estimated about $100,000 in property damage, and our family is still working to understand the full extent of the repairs and what other assistance may be available.
Right now, the funds will help with damage assessment, urgent cleanup, safety work, necessary repairs, temporary housing, clothing, food, and other essential needs while we figure out the next steps. Our immediate goal is to make sure Sally is safe, supported, and has a stable place to land as we begin the long process of recovery and restoration.
I do not want my grandmother to carry the financial burden of recovering her home while she is grieving the loss of Cecil. Any donation, no matter the amount, will help ease that pressure and support her through this painful time. If you are not able to give, sharing this fundraiser would also mean so much to our family. As we receive repair estimates and learn more about available assistance, we will provide updates so everyone understands how the funds are helping Sally recover.
My grandmother and Cecil lived together in that home for about 30 years. It was more than just a house to our family. It was the place where they built their lives and where generations of us shared memories. For me personally, Cecil was much more than an uncle. After my father passed away when I was 12, he became one of the most important men in my life. He showed up for me in the moments that mattered, and I have always seen him as my superhero.
Now my grandmother is facing two devastating losses at once: the death of her son and major damage to the home they shared for three decades. The Cincinnati Fire Department initially estimated about $100,000 in property damage, and our family is still working to understand the full extent of the repairs and what other assistance may be available.
Right now, the funds will help with damage assessment, urgent cleanup, safety work, necessary repairs, temporary housing, clothing, food, and other essential needs while we figure out the next steps. Our immediate goal is to make sure Sally is safe, supported, and has a stable place to land as we begin the long process of recovery and restoration.
I do not want my grandmother to carry the financial burden of recovering her home while she is grieving the loss of Cecil. Any donation, no matter the amount, will help ease that pressure and support her through this painful time. If you are not able to give, sharing this fundraiser would also mean so much to our family. As we receive repair estimates and learn more about available assistance, we will provide updates so everyone understands how the funds are helping Sally recover.