On June 24, 2026, Tanya Hernandez-Garzon, founder of Queen Bee Food Pantry on Whidbey Island, and her family lost their home when a neighbor's house caught fire and both homes exploded. Fire fighters rescued their 5 special needs dogs who were in the home at the time.

Due to the circumstances next door, a criminal investigation is underway. In the meantime, the family needs replacement housing, food, clothing, and more.

This family gives to our local community non-stop via their Food Pantry, their special Thanksgiving "baskets" (an entire meal for a family!), their winter holidays gift program, and behind the scenes emergency food replacement after other people have experienced fires or other disasters.

Now they need support from us. Let's rally around them!