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CW: child sexual abuse Elisa Boyer, a student in the College at UChicago, needs our support! She has been going through the hardest period of her life and is currently without a home. Elisa has given permission to share her story in the hopes that she can get the resources she needs right now to secure a stable housing situation for now and in the coming months. Elisa's mother is under investigation for raping her four year old brother; Elisa reported her mother when no one else would. Her mother is now telling Elisa that she ruined her life and that she is going to kill herself. Elisa has moved home to be near her brother, who she raised, and is hopping around from place to place right now with no permanent home. She is struggling to finish classes this year due to the instability and stress and is looking for work to support herself and her brother through this. Despite requesting $3000, she received just $1000 from UChicago's Emergency Grants Program, not nearly enough to support her at this challenging time. She is the sole provider for her housing and needs.  Please consider providing some resources to Elisa as you are able! If you prefer giving by venmo, you can do so @Elisa-Boyer. Thank you and be well &lt;3 p.s. Check out Elisa's poetry work (which has got her through the hardest of times) on instagram at unapologetic.poet p.p.s. Elisa is now living in Portland OR so please reach out if you have any connections for housing and employment.

Let's Support Elisa Through a Challenging Time

<div>hello my name is Marisol Ramos my mom passed away this morning, she was a wonderful mother and grandmother, we didn't expect her to pass away this soon. if anyone could help with donations that will be very helpful any penny counts and good bless .

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Donations for Marisol's Late Mother

<div>In loving memory of our beloved Father, Grandfather &amp; Husband Jose Mendoza, who recently passed. Any donations will be greatly appreciated. Thank you in advance, may GOD bless and repay you. 
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In Loving Memory of José Jesús Mendoza.

Hello, this is Yi (James) Bai. I am Ke Chieh Meng's only son. My mother was brutally attacked while she was walking her dogs in the La Sierra Neighborhood of Riverside California. She was stabbed multiple times in the abdomen by her killer and then left to die on the sidewalk. Residents of the neighborhood found my mom and called emergency services. An ambulance came and transported my mother to the hospital where she soon died from her injuries. The most frustrating part about this incident was that my moms killer was arrested on March 30th for attempted murder, but was released due to COVID-19 restrictions. My mom's killer was released with no supervision, no house arrest, and nothing to prevent the killer from attempting to kill again. Only this time she was successful and my mom was the victim. My mother meant everything to me. She gave me the chance to pursue the American dream,  and live out my life in America.  We came to the US as immigrants back in 1998 when she was 42 and I was only 8 Years old.  We both came here with only understanding 3 American words. "Yes, No, and Ok".  As a single parent and an only child, we shared a bond that cannot be explained with a simple sentence. Not knowing English, and working in a country that was foreign to us was very hard. What kept my mom motivated and determined, was providing me with food, shelter, and having access to a good education.   After many years of struggles, I was able to finally live out my American Dream last year where I married my beautiful wife, Sian. We bought a new house in Dallas, and my career began to take off. Upon this success, I was finally able to take care of my mother, and help her move on to the next steps in her life. She was so excited to be a grandmother, so excited to watch me become a dad, so excited to retire, and most importantly, finally live out her American dream as well. She was supposed to visit me in May, now that she has finally got her COVID Vaccine, but now she will never be able to do so. My mother lived a very simple life.  Everyday she walked her two beautiful babies(Dogs), Xiao Bao, ("Little Treasure" -in Chinese) and Mimi in the neighborhood.  She would always take the time to stop and say "Hello" and smile to every single person and animal that comes across her path.  After her morning walk, you could find her in her backyard garden planting fruits and vegetables.  She also loved cooking and looking up new recipes so she could share it with all of her family, friends and loved ones. The detective and law enforcement shared with me that, once she was wounded from the attacker, she still made an effort to make it back home with her dogs leash still in hand but was unable and collapsed on the sidewalk before being discovered. I truly believe all she wanted to do was make sure her dogs got back home safely since she was only a short distance away from her home. Fortunately the killer was unable to injure the dogs, due to my moms efforts of always putting other things before her. We will be using the funds to seek legal action against the state government.  The killer that was previously released should have never been outside, considering her intentions to kill a different victim were only a few days prior.  She should've been kept in jail or possibly released with strict supervision, but the government failed to do so.  This incident could've happened to one of your loved ones, maybe even a friend. But I believe we must protect our loved ones and our community to make sure this doesn't happen again. No one should have to experience the suffering and grief that me and my family now have to go through due to the actions of the local authorities and the killer that we feel, could've easily been prevented with simple caution and awareness. Regarding the increase in Asian hate crimes, There is no solid proof at this time as t why my mom was murdered. What I do know is that my Mom is Asian, there were multiple people walking their dogs on the road that morning prior to my mom. I do believe her ethnicity had something to do with it due to the increase in Asian hate crimes here recently. I've linked some interviews and articles talking about what happened to my mother below. I've also attached some of my favorite photos of her and I.  <a href="https://www.cnn.com/2021/04/04/us/asian-woman-fatally-stabbed-california/index.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">CNN News Article</a>  <a href="https://www.washingtonpost.com/nation/2021/04/05/meng-riverside-asianamerican-stabbing-montoya/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Washington Post News Article</a>  <a href="https://www.nbclosangeles.com/news/local/asian-woman-stabbing-death-in-riverside-deemed-as-random-attack-by-police/2565596/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">NBC LA Article And Interview</a> <img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/55834980_1617655123618446_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="55834980_1617655123618446_r.jpeg" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/55834980_1617655133837072_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="55834980_1617655133837072_r.jpeg" />

Justice for Ke Chieh Meng

***Update 7 (7 Nov) - the family would like to thank all that were able to come give condolences and share their support this week, culminating in the Candlelight Vigil held at the site of the accident last night. They'd also like to thank you for the countless messages and other ways so many have reached out.


 Just a note: this is the only GoFundMe fundraiser sponsored by the family. It has been brought to our attention there are some fake campaigns out there now, so please report those to the GoFundMe Trust and Safety Team with the Report button at the bottom of the page. Thank you for looking out for us! ***Update 6 (4 Nov 8:39pm) - missing from Update #4 is the candlelight vigil scheduled for Thursday, November 7 at 6pm at Los Cerritos Park, 3750 Del Mar Ave, Long Beach, California. If you are local and able to attend, please come show your support. ***Update #5 (4 Nov) - as many of you may have already heard, Raihan succumbed to her injuries, Sunday evening. The family continues to express their gratitude for your prayers and support. Please see below for the schedule of remaining services being held by the family. ***Update #4 (3 Nov) - a message from the family: "Assalamu alaykum, Thank you everyone for the heartfelt love, donations, and prayers. The funeral services for Yousef and baby Omar are now confirmed for Monday, Nov 4th. We encourage everyone to come, but to carpool as much as possible. Services will start with a prayer immediately after the midday prayer (Dhuhr) at 1pm at the Islamic Society of Orange County (<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/PS5BCEiLXhr3kgcz9" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://goo.gl/maps/PS5BCEiLXhr3kgcz9</a>).  After the prayer, the burial will be about 1 mile away at the Muslim plot in Westminster Memorial Park Mortuary (<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/ocpWd785LY1WDvjy8" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://goo.gl/maps/ocpWd785LY1WDvjy8</a>). Please also carpool from the Islamic Society.  The family will also be receiving condolences for three days, each day from 6-9pm.  Nov 4th: Islamic Society of Orange County (<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/PS5BCEiLXhr3kgcz9" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://goo.gl/maps/PS5BCEiLXhr3kgcz9</a>) Nov 5th: Ansar Mosque (<a href="https://tinyurl.com/y4d6nyjj" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://tinyurl.com/y4d6nyjj</a>) Nov 6th: Long Beach Islamic Center (<a href="https://goo.gl/maps/BWjw4QuwoNbtzVSVA" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://goo.gl/maps/BWjw4QuwoNbtzVSVA</a>)" ***Update #3 (2 Nov, 2:10pm) - in the interest of transparency, we (fundraiser campaign managers) are happy to disclose we are attempting to cover medical, funeral, and other financial burdens the family will have to endure as a result of this tragedy, in addition to the Sadaqa Jariya/legacy project mentioned in Update #2. We continue to thank you for your hearts of generosity towards the Awaida family. ***Update #2 (2 Nov) - in response to the overwhelming generosity this campaign is receiving, the family intends to use any excess funds (beyond the above stated scope) towards a lasting legacy project (Sadaqa Jariya), to be determined in the near future. Thank you again for your support. ***Update (1 Nov) - we are expanding this fundraiser to include the medical expenses for Joseph's wife Raihan and their son Omar, as well as funeral costs for Joseph. -------------------------------------------- Friends, family, and community: *My name is Brian Dokko and I am writing this on behalf of Joseph Awaida's aunt, Cecilia Ramos, as well as the rest of their family.* From Cecilia Ramos: "Bixby lost an amazing citizen last night (10/31). Joseph Awaida succumbed to the injuries sustained following being hit by a 20 year old driver driving under the influence. 3-year-old son Omar and beautiful wife Raihan Dakhil suffered severe life threatening injuries and remain hospitalized. Please keep them in your prayers..." Joseph and his family are Muslim, and according to custom, burials are usually conducted within 24 hours of passing. If you feel compelled, please consider donating to this campaign. Funds will go towards helping offset funeral costs, with any unused funds going towards meal gift cards (e.g. Postmates) to help feed the family during this difficult time. *Just so you know who I am, I'm a teacher at Poly HS, and Joseph's cousin is one of my current students. The family has asked me to take the lead on accepting donations and to help coordinate our efforts to, in the words of our neighbor Carolyn Dee, "transform our heartfelt words into helping action."

For Joseph, Raihan, and their baby boy Omar

On Sunday, July 7, Brandon Campbell passed away after a battle with Stage 4 Colon Cancer.  He was a warrior, a husband, and a father.   Amidst the grief, Brady, his 6 year-old son decided to host a lemonade stand.  He sold to neighbors and friends.  After a local police officer stopped by to figure out what the gathering was, he placed a radio call to other first responders.  Firetrucks and police cars started rolling up to the stand and he raised $244.  That night he told Amanda, his mom, he wanted to take her on a date with his money and do something to honor his Dad.  It was the ultimate "life gives you lemons" story from a child who has suffered an incredible loss.  Here is a link to the beautiful story the local news covered: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Nexton9NEWS/videos/2266603486890550/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/Nexton9NEWS/videos/2266603486890550/</a> We're offering this as a virtual lemonade stand.  At age 6, Brady honored everything Brandon wished for in his legacy- that his family was lovingly together and that he could help others.   We will use a small portion of the funds raised for Brady and Amanda to continue having adventures (and dates) together.  We will use the rest to honor the Palliative Care Team and Cancer Center at University of Colorado Anschutz.  Even in Brandon's darkest days fighting cancer, he still believed in honoring the people who serve as cheerleaders and advocates for those struggling.  He was a wonderful father and husband. We would be grateful if you would support his legacy with a little virtual lemonade!

Brady's Virtual Lemonade Stand

After a long battle with multiple illnesses, our father passed away on Monday, March 25th. My mother lost her companion of the last 47 years. We, his children, lost a hard-working and kind father.  Your donation to this fund will help pay for funeral and burial expenses and to support his family at this time of need. Any donation is greatly appreciated! My family and I thank you for your support and condolences.

In Loving Memory of Ramon P. Alvarez