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 Jennifer and Byrce Timmins are a local hardworking couple who have owned and operated Golden Isles Bracelet Co (GIBCO) for over 25 years.
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 Last night, their main workshop burnt to the ground, taking their tools, raw materials, and nearly finished pieces in the flames.
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 They lost everything in their workshop. Jen + Bryce need YOUR help to rebuild- this loss has hit them at the start of their busiest season of the year, ahead of back to back festivals.
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 You may have seen Jen + Bryce at our local Crafts in the Village, Crafts on the River, the Pier Village Market, and many festivals all over the country. They handmake every single piece and have significant rebuilding to do.
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Rebuild GIBCO after workshop fire total loss

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<div>​Thea and I have learned that life has a way of testing the strength of our resilience when we least expect it. Asking for help is not something that comes naturally to either of us; in truth, it requires us to set aside our pride and admit that we have reached a point where we cannot navigate this challenge on our own.
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<div>​As many of you know, Thea is a woman of incredible determination, strength, and independence. She has built her life on a foundation of self-reliance and creative passion. Yet, even the strongest among us can face moments that feel insurmountable. Currently, she is navigating the most frightening, complex challenge of her life, and as her husband, my priority is ensuring she has the space, the stability, and the peace of mind, body and spirit to focus entirely on her healing.
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<div>​It is with humility and gratitude that I share her words below, and we thank you for standing with us.
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<div>"Dear Friends, Family, and Community,
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<div>This past February, <strong>just two weeks after returning from our honeymoon</strong>, my new husband John and I received news that completely upended our lives. After six years of clean scans, <strong>I was diagnosed with breast cancer for the second time.</strong>
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<div>An MRI and subsequent biopsy detected <strong>both invasive ductal carcinoma and invasive lobular carcinoma</strong> in the same breast. Medically, this is a new primary cancer, entirely unrelated to my first bout. Because I have already undergone a lumpectomy and radiation on that breast in the past, a mastectomy is now my only option. To minimize the potential for future recurrences, and for both medical and cosmetic reasons, <strong>I have chosen to undergo a double mastectomy (DMX) followed by reconstruction</strong>.
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<div>My first surgery is scheduled for June 4th and the second will happen 3-6 months after. In the interim I will have expanders, requiring bi-monthly visits to the plastic surgeon. There is a 30% chance of complications with healing from this type of surgery and we won't know if my treatment will also require chemotherapy until the post-surgery pathology report is issued. The challenge of "not knowing" is one of the hardest parts of living with cancer. Another difficult part is having to cancel all your plans.
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<div>Despite this diagnosis, we had been determined to keep moving forward with our dreams of buying a home together. This would require selling mine and renting his. We have both invested a huge commitment of time and money to make it all happen but the time ran out. I also recently started Graduate School for Holistic Mental Health Counseling—a long-held dream and a major career pivot after 30 years of working as a professional craft artist and jewelry designer. <strong>Cancer has forced us to pause everything. </strong>
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<div>Because of the physical toll of multiple surgeries and a grueling, multi-month recovery process, I will be unable to work in my studio or attend the craft shows that provide the main source of my income. For an extra (not so) funny karmic joke, the final show planned before surgery was cancelled due to heavy storms. The loss is equal to a month of income. With few alternative ways to sell inventory to pay expenses or pay myself, the reality of my present financial situation is finally becoming clear and it is time to ask for your help.
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<div>For all of my adult life, I have been a resilient, resourceful, creative, and fiercely independent woman who is not used to publicly asking for help. For 19 years, I have been a solo parent to my son, Edan, who has just returned home from his first year of college. I am a mother accustomed to working through sickness, forging ahead against the odds and being very self reliant. When I fought cancer the first time, I didn't stop working for more than a week because I didn't think I had a choice. <strong>This time around, the journey will be longer and more intense. It is simply too big to carry alone.</strong>
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<div>While I am incredibly blessed to have John’s love, support and caretaking, we are both independent business owners, homeowners and parents. Neither of us is prepared for him to carry both of our households entirely on his own. I am asking for your financial help so that we both can stay focused on healing and recovery and not worry about basic financial survival. Your generosity will directly help me stay afloat over the coming months.
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<div><strong>Essential Living Expenses</strong>: Assisting with ongoing monthly overhead costs for my home and business while I am unable to generate income.
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<div><strong>Medical &amp; Recovery Equipment</strong>: Purchasing specific recovery necessities, such as the specialized power recliner I will need to live in for a minimum of two weeks after each surgery.
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<div><strong>Peace of Mind</strong>: Allowing me to endure the physical and emotional toll of surgery and recovery without the paralyzing stress of unmet financial responsibilities.
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<div>Even if you are unable to contribute financially, holding us in your thoughts and prayers and sharing this GoFundMe link with your own friends, circles, and communities is just as deeply valuable to us.
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<div>We thank you from the bottom of our hearts, and we will keep you updated as events unfold."
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<div>With Gratitude and Love,
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Support for Thea to Crush Breast Cancer AGAIN!

<div>Recently a tragic accident has happened in our Nevils Community. It claimed the lives of two of our own. Please join me in helping the family with any expenses and comforting them during this time of loss. Give as you feel led. All monies will go directly to the Azure Rountree family. Thank you.
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Love and Generosity for the Rountree Family's Loss

<div>SchroGlo Community Bar and Restaurant is more than just a place to grab a meal or a drink. Nestled in the heart of downtown Brunswick, Georgia, since it opened it has been a cherished hub where friends gather, families celebrate, and memories are made. It's where laughter echoes through the evenings and familiar faces always feel like home.
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<div>But last night, that sense of comfort and security was shattered. In the quiet hours, when the streets were empty and the lights dimmed, SchroGlo was broken into. The perpetrators not only damaged the beloved establishment but also stole the cash that had been carefully set aside to cover expenses and staff wages. The sight that greeted the owners this morning was heartbreaking – shattered glass, upturned furniture, and the eerie emptiness where once there had been joy and warmth.
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<div>The family that runs SchroGlo, the heart and soul behind every dish and every welcoming smile, now faces a daunting challenge. The cost of repairs, coupled with the loss of their savings, is overwhelming. They’ve given so much to our community, providing a space where everyone feels welcome and valued. Now, it’s our turn to give back.
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<div>We are rallying together to fundraise for SchroGlo, to cover the costs of these unforeseen repairs, and to help them get back on their feet. It’s more than just bricks and mortar; it’s about restoring a cornerstone of our community. Every contribution, no matter the size, is a step towards rebuilding not just a restaurant, but a place where our stories intertwine.
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<div>Let’s come together and show that in times of hardship, Brunswick stands united. Let's bring back the laughter, the gatherings, and the spirit that makes SchroGlo a beacon of our community.
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<div>My name is Betty Jäger and I’m raising funds for my buddy Hannah Long, jeweler, artist and all around amazing human.
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<div>On Monday, my friend Hannah Long had her car broken into at take down at the Coconut Grove Art Festival in Miami. She had her entire body of work stolen. Over $100,000 of jewelry made of 18 karat gold, sterling silver, platinum, diamonds and precious gems, all gone in one lousy move.
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<div>For most art show artists this could be a game ending situation. The monetary loss, the toll it takes on you mentally; not to mention having to completely recreate an entire body of work, just to get back out on the road.
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<div>Hannah is a very talented jewelry artist, a great friend, and one of the kindest most understanding people i have ever met. This woman is made of all the good stuff you could ever dream of. She’s the first to lend an ear, a helping hand, some good and serious advice or even home grown veggies if you need them. She’s truly one of the shiniest start in this art fair world.
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<div>The proceeds from this go fund me will be essential in Hannah recreating an entire body of work for her to show at art festivals around the country. It’ll also help sustain her cost of living while she feverishly works to create enough inventory to get back on the road.  
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<div>   Unfortunately Hannah’s insurance will not cover any losses, so this fundraiser is legitimately the only avenue for her to recover her losses.   
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<div>Please consider helping our friend Hannah recover from this huge and terrible loss. If you’re at a place where you can’t afford to financially help, i urge you to share this post with your communities.
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Help Hannah Long recover from theft

<img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/54295860_1612040480952061_r.jpeg" alt="54295860_1612040480952061_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />A very dear art girl was hit with her own horror the same time the covid pandemic hit us all. Fatou sall, who is the bread winner of her family including 3 young children has gone through all of her savings and cannot pay for the radiation she now needs after months of chemotherapy. Many of you know her as the tall lovely woman originally from Cameroon who weaves one of a kind hats from strips of grasses and  bamboo. This is a tradition craft in her country. if you remember about 5 years ago we all had to fight when other artists insulted her publicly by saying she imported it!! She showed them pictures in her studio hand weaving with her baby strapped to her chest as she worked and they apologized. <br />She does Howard Alan, patti nazrony, sugarloaf, Amy amdur, and many other prestigious shows.  She needs your help now to keep a roof over her head and her family secure while trying to cover medical expenses. You are all her family “art girls”. Even if you make a purely symbolic donation let’s pass on the love<br />Nancy Wasserman glitzyglass

Fatou sall -BRAIN CANCER

My name is Katie and for roughly 8 months, I have struggled with severe stomach pain.  It has gotten so bad that I scheduled a visit with my doctor to seek out what was wrong with me.  Two doctor's appointments later and I still do not have answers.  I have given blood 4 times in the last week, seen a specialist, gotten an ultrasound done, undergone further testing and have an upcoming CT Scan scheduled for next week.  <br /><br />The catch... I have to pay out of pocket until my deductible is reached at $6,350.  The ultrasound was $600 and the CT Scan will be $1,359.  After the CT Scan comes an endoscopy and a colonoscopy and I am not looking forward to finding out how much those will cost.  The doctors think it could be anything from cancer/tumors in my intestines, Crohn's disease, Ulcerative Colitis, or even Pheochromocytoma.  We won't know until I am finished with all the testing and procedures.<br /><br />I graduated college in December and finally have a job using the degree I have worked so hard to get!  With my kids being in a hybrid school setting, I am having to pay for extra daycare since they are not in school every day.  On top of all this, I am having to take time off work for all the doctor's appointments so will not be receiving my full pay most weeks.  I know times are hard but for my family, every penny will be a blessing.  Every donation will help keep food on our table and heat in our home.  Thank you for taking the time to read this and thank you for helping.

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We're devastated to inform everyone that our beloved father, husband and grandfather John Jacobs passed away yesterday. This is so unreal to write this message as we loved this great man very much and he will be missed greatly. <br /><br />Right now we are trying to figure out the cost of funeral expenses and everything else and it looks impossible for us to think straight. Contact me if you have any advice. <br /><br /><br />I would appreciate if you can share this post to reach everyone he knew and people who might be willing to help.<br /><br />Please pray for my family and if you can consider donating.<br /><br />John Jacobs was the kindest person you could meet, full of love, care and compassion. He was brilliant, always willing to help anyone and dear to whoever was his friend - a wonderful human being. John was a Navy veteran that served his country for many years. We cannot believe he is no longer with us. We are are now faced with incredible grief due to his sudden demise, Thursday morning. He was the primary breadwinner for his family. It would be of great help if you can contribute to whatever extent possible. We set up this fund with intent to help our family with funeral expenses and ongoing grief/recovery. Thank you so much for your help and support.

John Jacobs Memorial Fund

2 days before Christmas, my friend Marji Rawson was told that she needs to have immediate back surgery.  A vertebra has shifted forward in her lower lumbar and has no discs, squishing the spinal cord. The diagnosis is called Advanced Spondylolisthesis. <br /><br />Marji is a full time artist of 28 years. Her lifeblood is show by show. Her winter/spring art shows are cancelled. She can not even make art while recovering. Panic mode button is pressed!<br /><br />With the surgery happening mid January Marji's life just got shut down for the next 6 months. I am asking for help in a big way to let Marji recover safely without stress.<br /><br />The breakdown of costs will cover: 2020 deductible, hospital bills &amp; general monthly living expenses (mortgage, utilities, food, gas.)<br /><br />Please help in any way that you can. Marji is an outstanding artist. We need her back working &amp; making beautiful art.<br /><br />Many Thanks,<br />Jessica Joy<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/44335518_157740292454811_r.jpeg" alt="44335518_157740292454811_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Handing out with art show pals!<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/44335518_1577402935813194_r.jpeg" alt="44335518_1577402935813194_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Art show friends are FAMILY.<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/44335518_1577404013460891_r.jpeg" alt="44335518_1577404013460891_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Marji's children getting together.<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/44335518_157740296254064_r.jpeg" alt="44335518_157740296254064_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Marji with some amazing customers!<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/44335518_1577404056565115_r.jpeg" alt="44335518_1577404056565115_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Check out her work on FACEBOOK: Marjorie Rawson Jewelry<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/44335518_157740410738450_r.jpeg" alt="44335518_157740410738450_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />She cuts old cars to make art!<br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/44335518_1577404136375705_r.jpeg" alt="44335518_1577404136375705_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />

Artist warrior down, spinal fusion needed.

With unknown medical bills, we have increased the goal to $100k.  Thank you all for the support! All proceeds will be deposited into an account for Wendy and her families needs.<br /><br /><br />Wendy Towner(my sister) is out of surgery, will have long term nerve and muscle damage to her leg. Her husband had more severe damage to his femoral artery, shoulder and leg. With many surgeries and amazing doctors we have some good results. It will be a long road ahead in PT, skin grafts and plastic surgery for both. 7-10+ days in the hospital. Their son is physically fine, and with family.<br /><br />Here is the story as I have heard it.<br />A man was climbing over the fence in the last hour of a 3 day HOT Garlic festival. My sister, her husband and son were sitting down to catch their breath after a long weekend. She was at the festival selling Habanero and Garlic Honey for her business, <a href="http://thehoneyladies.com/">The Honey Ladies</a> . Wendy, told the gunman, "No, you can't do that!" As she saw him climb the fence with a gun. With that comment, all his attention was directed toward her and her booth. He opened fire on them, hitting both her and her husband. Their 3 year old son was dragged under the table by a brave 10 year old girl, that probably saved his life(Thank you ❤️ ❤️ ❤️). Their son wanted to run to Mommy and Daddy. The shooter then approached closer to Wendy and her Husband on the ground, and said "are you alright?" in a very calm tone. They both played possum and did not respond, as he probably would have finished the job. The shooter then turned and continued on to the next group of people. A 6 year old boy was nearby and next. Wendy was particularly heart broken about his loss.<br />I heard later that the officers heard the shots, and found active shooter #1 within a minute, and shot him. #2 is still being hunted for by police.<br /><br />Wendy was shot 1 time in the lower left leg\calf. A small entry wound, with a massive exit wound. Creating loss to the nerve running down her leg and muscle.<br />Her husband (I heard, but little info), was shot 3 times. Shoulder, femoral artery and lower leg. <br /><br />Thank you to all officers, medical staff and people that helped stop bleeding on Wendy, and clamped her Husbands femoral artery before helping to move them. In the midst of this hateful event, we need to emphasize the love that came from so many people.<br /><br />Funds will help with getting the family through the short term need (groceries for their 3yo, transportation and everything needed to help). Down the line, medical bills will gather quickly. All proceeds will be administered at Wendy and her families need. <br /><br /><strong>Who I am</strong>: Troy Towner, Wendy Towners younger brother. I live in the Los Altos California, which is the same general area as Wendy.<br /><strong>How will funds be distributed</strong>: Wendy has business and personal accounts with Wells Fargo, and we have had an account setup there attached with her other accounts. Wendy and her husband will have control over spending the donations received. Right away there is a need for modifications to their home for wheelchair accessibility, lost income, mortgage payments, hospital bills and much much more.<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/40958608_1564408771342310_r.jpeg" alt="40958608_1564408771342310_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/40958608_1564408755539209_r.jpeg" alt="40958608_1564408755539209_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />

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