Support Troy “TJ” Donaldson’s Recovery

On the evening of June 12, 2026, our friend and coworker, Troy “TJ” Donaldson, was seriously injured while restoring power to communities across Central Illinois.

As a dedicated lineman, TJ spent his career serving others, often working long hours in difficult and dangerous conditions to help keep the lights on for families and businesses. During that service, he suffered a severe electrical injury and has been working tirelessly toward recovery ever since.

Since the accident, TJ has shown incredible strength, courage, and determination. After fighting through the most critical days of his recovery, he continues to make progress and is now preparing for the next phase of his rehabilitation journey. He will be continuing specialized inpatient rehabilitation at Shirley Ryan AbilityLab in Chicago, where he will receive advanced care and therapy focused on helping him regain strength and independence. While there is still a long road ahead, those who know TJ are inspired by his resilience and the progress he has already made.

TJ is more than a coworker and friend. He is a devoted father to three children and a loving partner to Torri. Throughout this journey, his mother, Jennifer, has been by his side every step of the way, along with Torri and many other family members and friends who have provided unwavering love, support, and encouragement during this difficult time.

As TJ continues his recovery, the family is also facing significant financial strain. With ongoing medical care and rehabilitation happening hours away from home in Chicago, travel expenses, lodging, meals, and time away from work have become a constant and unexpected burden on top of already overwhelming costs.

Many people have asked how they can help. This fundraiser has been created to support TJ, Torri, their three children, and the family surrounding him as they navigate the months ahead. Our hope is to ease some of the financial pressure so they can focus fully on what matters most—TJ’s recovery and healing.

Those of us who have worked alongside TJ know his character, work ethic, and willingness to help anyone in need. He has spent his life serving others and his community without hesitation. Now, we are asking our community to come together and support him and his family during this challenge.

Every donation, no matter the amount, will make a difference. If you are unable to donate, please consider sharing this fundraiser and keeping TJ, Torri, Jennifer, and their entire family in your thoughts and prayers.

Thank you for your generosity, support, and encouragement as TJ continues his recovery journey.

“The road ahead may be long, but TJ will not walk it alone.”