Phyllis Moyo - Wildfire Loss
Our dear friend Phyllis Moyo has received photo confirmation that her home was completely lost in the California wildfires. She is safe with some of the nearby friends, but has lost her home, her possessions, and much of her planned work for people in the community. I've often wished I had a way to help friends (or friends of friends) when a catastrophic event has occurred. I thought you might feel the same.
Phyllis and her daughter will need... well... everything. They have immediate shelter opportunities. But they will need our support in putting the pieces of their lives back together. In the short term, funds raised will provide food, clothing and basic necessities. Within a few days to weeks they will need to find a new place to live.
It is difficult to estimate the need, so I picked a number and will let you decide if and how much you are able to provide. I know that all donations will be appreciated regardless of the total amount raised.
Because of potential fraud, GoFundMe has advised that I share who I am, where I am from, and how the money will be used. I am Tammi Hardiman, RN, a friend in Phoenix. You can find me on Facebook if you need to know more. I got to know Phyllis through our mutual friend, Karen Tenniswood. Phyllis and I bonded over many shared life experiences. 100% of all funds collected will be given directly to Phyllis. I am not willing to set any restrictions on how she might choose to use funds given. You are welcome to leave a comment if you are donating to help with a specific need.
I'd like to share a few thoughts from Phyllis (with her permission) that reflect her perspective on the wildfire and losing her home. These are personal insights shared via text when we reconnected; not written for a fundraising site. "This is all surreal. But I can't even begin to explain how loved I feel." People in the store "are crying, dazed or panicked.' "I've just been so aware that I've been given an extra portion of peace" "I have been feeling like God has been hugging me." "I don't cry for my stuff or loss, I cry because the friends are so kind and loving, and God. I know He 's watching all this. He's got some incredible blessings to come out of this. That's how our Father is. LOVE him."
I know that Phyllis has family as well as other close friends, but I was the first to offer to set up a fund and she graciously accepted. You are welcome to ask around if you don't know me. Some days, I am not sure I even know myself! Family and other friends are encouraged to join "Team Phyllis" for this "campaign" to help lend credibility and reach. Just let me know and I will add you.
If I learn of non-monetary needs, I will share those in future updates. I do not currently have information about clothing sizes, etc. Household items may be helpful once she has settled in a new place.
