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Little Miss Flint

Kalina Silverman

Samuel Weidenhofer

Patriotic Kenny Foundation

Ben Saunders

The Dogist

Peter Bond

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Ask Uncle Jack

That Good News Girl

Tess Bohne

FowlMouthFarmer

Latonja and Taylor Richardson

Officer Richard Craig

Flavor Flav

John Wolfe

Khloe

<div>Hello there. This is <strong>Caesar</strong>. He's a giant Alaskan Malamute. I adopted him and his littermate Maurice when they were 10 months old.
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<div><strong>Caesar ate something he shouldn't have and required emergency surgery.</strong> He's been at the emergency vet for 2 nights now, recovering. Unfortunately, the bills for everything are enormous, and I don't have the money to cover it. He's a big sweetheart who loves cuddles. He means the world to me and his brother. I know times are tough for everyone. Any little bit helps. Any money raised beyond what needs to go to the vet for Caesar will be donated to a no-kill shelter. Thank you.
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<div>If you'd like to see more pictures of Caesar and Maurice you can check them out on Instagram @caesarandmaurice
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Help Caesar Recover from Emergency Surgery

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<div>My name is Joe Greenbaum. I'm a 67 year old, retired, and living on Social Security. These past few years have been financial difficult. My monthly check is supposed to be $955.00 but for the next 30 months they are deducting 98.00 because I made to much over the limit in 2019. Add to that the state is not covering my Medicare part B anymore and with that deduction my monthly check is only $710.00. I was driving for Lyft but my car failed the yearly inspection in January of 2023 and I couldn't afford to get it fixed.
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<div>I have a genetic disease called Charcot Marie Tooth (CMT) which affects my feet, legs, hands, and balance. In October of 2022 I fell and broke my elbow. I also had to start using a walker. In July of 2023 I had a hip replacement. With all these medical issues it's hard to find part time work.
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<div>I am an artist and with limited ability to market my work I sell maybe 1 or 2 paintings a month.
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<div>I need a safety net, a cushion in the bank. I calculate 4 months x $710. Right now if an emergency came up I wouldn't have the money. Half my check goes to rent.
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<div>I would also use funds to expand my art business. Right now all I have is a phone. Things I need would be a laptop to be used for videos, photos of art work, editing, and developing and maintaining a website. I have been told by other artist to mat and frame pieces and in their experience my art would sell better. I would need an inventory of mat board, mat cutter, and generic frames.
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<div>At 67 I never imagined that I would be living well below the poverty level. I need help to get back on my feet. Every morning I give thanks for another day but by bedtime my anxiety level is high. What ever you can give would be a blessing and very much appreciated. I'm not sure what I can offer in return except the promise to pay it forward.
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<div>PS. If you would like to see my art you can go to my Fine Arts page on Facebook at <a href="https://www.facebook.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">www.facebook.com</a>/standswithmanyarts.
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<div>Thank you
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Senior Desperately Needs Financial Help

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<div>A number of months ago, Becky had routine blood work performed as part of a health checkup. The results indicated something was just a little off. The nurse practitioner felt her labs needed a second look. She was referred to a Hematologist. Prior to Becky’s diagnosis, she didn't experience any significant symptoms. However, she did start noticing some mild infections-again nothing alarming just minor annoyances. Additionally, shortly before her diagnosis, Becky began to notice an increase in exhaustion. Becky has been working as a commercial fisherwoman removing invasive carp from rivers in Illinois; and if you know Becky, she's not your average gal. She's a lady that will challenge any “man’s” job with an unmatched work ethic. So, becoming easily exhausted was out of her wheelhouse. It was unusual for her to report such levels of fatigue. Lucky for her, she was scheduled to see the specialist soon. When the specialist did finally see her, he recommended a bone marrow biopsy be performed. Her bone marrow biopsy was scheduled with a bit of haste but again, nothing seemed alarming. Her biopsy was performed at 7:30 am. By 3:00 pm, she received a phone call to report back to the office as soon as possible &amp; to bring a friend. The results revealed that Becky has Acute Myeloid Leukemia. 
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<div>She was urgently admitted to a Peoria hospital. Within 24 hours she was scheduled to receive two very aggressive chemotherapy drugs. Her treatment plan includes 24/7 non stop chemotherapy, and she will receive treatment for 7 days. The plan after her chemo is to let her body recover and create new white blood cells. She then will undergo another bone biopsy to see how she responded to her initial treatment. She was told to plan on being in the hospital for a minimum of a month. With the month being the minimum, there’s a likelihood this will be a lengthy stay.
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<div>Becky needs your help. She has a tremendous road ahead, and a lot of answers are still unknown. Her recovery is going to set her back financially quite a bit. Right now, her first challenge is making it through this chemotherapy and the month-long stay in the hospital. If you are able to donate, she could use the support.
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<div><strong>Additionally her Venmo is Birdie_Bohkay</strong>
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<div>Drop some dollars in her bank account. 
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<div>I will continue to post updates. Currently, if you want to send something in the mail, she can NOT RECEIVE flowers as she is neutropenic.
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Becky's Leukemia Expenses

<div>Metro customers and employees are invited to support the family of a true hero, Metro employee Robert G. Cunningham. Mr. Cunningham lost his life trying to protect others during a senseless shooting at the Potomac Avenue Metrorail Station in Washington, DC, on Wednesday, February 1. He leaves behind a wife and four children. Metro welcomes your support to help his family with their daily lives and to contribute to the college expenses of their children. We appreciate any amount you can contribute. Thank you!
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Family Fund for Heroic Metro Employee

<div>Arlo lost both of his parents, Sarah and Tyler Schmidt, and his 6-year-old sister, Lula, to a senseless act of violence during a family vacation at a state park in Iowa on July 22. Arlo is a strong boy, surrounded by family and friends who are supporting him as best we can. Some of you have asked how you might help, so we (Sarah and Tyler's siblings and me, Sarah’s cousin)  created this fund to allow anyone who would like to help Arlo. We will use you generous donations to help Arlo now and to build some savings for his future education.


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<div>As the organizer, I will be receiving the donations on behalf of the family and establishing a trust fund in Arlo’s name. 

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Arlo Schmidt

<div>On the evening of June 24th, a peaceful pro-choice march was finishing at the corner of 8th Avenue and 2nd Street in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. As the pedestrians were crossing the crosswalk on 8th Avenue to return to their parked cars and go home, a truck on the opposite side of the intersection maneuvered out from behind other cars at the light, drove through the intersection, and rammed through the pedestrians in the crosswalk. This GoFundMe is to help those injured in the incident and have sustained medical expenses and lost wages (if applicable).
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Medical for pro-choice protestors struck by truck

Updated: Thank you to everyone for your out poruing of love, prayers and support. It means so much to his entire family. <br /><br />Brian was involved in a heartbreaking car accident on Easter Sunday in which he lost his life. He was a strong and caring brother with a big booming voice, loving fiancé to Myracle, and proud and dedicated father.  The sudden loss has rocked his family to the core. He left behind his son and pregnant partner.<br /><br />We are hoping that through the generosity of family and friends we can lessen the financial burden of this tragedy. A donation big or small will make a difference and also would be greatly appreciated.<br /><br />The funds are to help support the family in making arrangements and also to assist the needs of his children. Brain has a son under the age of 1 and a daughter expected to arrive in July. His absence will impact the lives of his children for many years. We are hoping to set up saving accounts and help lessen burden it has caused his fiancé.

Memorial for Brian Johnson

After over 11 inches of rain overnight on August 20th when the Black Earth Creek flooded our town of Mazomanie the flood waters collapsed the foundation wall on the entire west side of our house as we were evacuating and filled our basement up to the ceiling.<br /><br />Insurance will not cover anything at all because we aren't in the flood plain and didn't have flood insurance on our policy.<br /><br />We will need to get the house jacked up, dig out, and have a new foundation foundation built. We are hearing estimates of at least $30K to $50k and more, before getting to the new furnace, water heater, etc.<br /><br />It is humbling to have to ask for help. Any small amount you can give would be appreciated to help us on the long road ahead to recovering our home.<br /><br />Fortunately we are safe, and currently living with Carol's parents until we can figure out what is next.<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/32423720_1535214174697955_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="32423720_1535214174697955_r.jpeg" />

Kroll Flood Relief Fund