
Supporting Brittney and Family During an Unthinkable Time
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July 29th, 2025, Our hearts were shattered by the tragic news that our beloved friend and neighbor Fayeah was in the biofuel building that exploded in Fremont. As of 3:30pm on July 30th, she has not been located. Officials are declaring it a recovery mission instead of a rescue mission. Fayeah was in the building with her half sister and her father.
*UPDATE- All 3 victims have been found
Fayeah is an 8-year-old girl whose smile could brighten even the darkest days. She had such a bubbly personality and lit up every room that she entered. She was a proud Swiftie, a devoted sister, a great friend, and a creative soul who loves fashion, crafts, and art. She also LOVED Stitch.. and as Stitch once said, “Ohana means family. Family means nobody gets left behind or forgotten.”
Fayeah’s mother, Brittney, little brother, family, and our community is utterly devastated. Brittney and her family are now facing the unimaginable - grieving her baby girl while also being left to handle unexpected expenses, missing work, and other urgent needs.
We want to come together to lift some of the financial burden off her shoulders. This fundraiser is to support Brittney during this unthinkable time. Donations will help cover celebration of life expenses, time off work, and any other unexpected costs they will face. If you can’t give.. Please consider sharing and keeping Fayeah’s family in your thoughts and prayers.
We kindly ask that people give this family space and time to grieve. Please be mindful of what is shared online, as misinformation and insensitive comments only add to their pain. Let’s honor Fayeah’s memory with compassion and love. Thank you for standing with this family in their darkest moment. Every donation, share, and prayer makes a difference.
Celebration of Life to be announced.
You can donate directly to Brittney's Venmo if preferred:
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Organizer and beneficiary
Chelsey Kohl
Organizer
Columbus, NE
Brittney Short
Beneficiary