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<div>With heavy hearts, we share the passing of our beloved Dad, who fought a courageous two-year battle with Glioblastoma, a relentless form of brain cancer. Our dad was a devoted son, a loving husband, a proud father and papa, a cherished brother, a loyal friend, and a passionate coach and golfer who touched the lives of everyone he met.

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<div>Our dad faced each day of his battle with positivity, grace, strength, and unwavering love for his family. He inspired us all with his resilience.

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<div>As we navigate this heartbreaking time, we are reaching out with humility. No one is ever truly prepared for a moment like this. We are asking for monetary donations to help ease the financial burden that comes with medical and end-of-life expenses. Your support, no matter the amount, is a gift that will help lift some of the weight off the shoulders of our grieving family and allow us to honor our Dad in the way he so deeply deserves.

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<div>Thank you for your kindness, your prayers, and for being part of Dad’s story. His love lives on through all of us.

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<div>With love and gratitude, The Govea Family

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Honoring David Govea- A Legacy of Love, Strength, & Courage

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<div>My name is Lucy Burgess Fisher from British Columbia, Canada. I am writing on behalf of my dear friend, Hassan Mohamed, whom, along with the 9 members of his family, has been subjected to constant bombing, starvation, and so many other horrors as they try to survive in Gaza. In just a few weeks, they saw their entire lives destroyed in the most heartbreaking ways imaginable. Almost a year into this nightmare, Hassan is still trying to evacuate himself, his 2 parents, and his 3 brothers, along with his wife and 2 sweet little children. No one should have to endure such atrocities! Please help give them a chance to resettle and safely restart their lives. All funds will be directly wired to Hassan.
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<div><strong>Israeli war and bombardment have taken a toll on everyone to the point where there’s no safe place left. Friends and family have been bombed and killed. Nearly 70% of Gaza strip houses are destroyed, yet the Israeli occupation army has moved forward in launching a ground invasion on the last two safe zones in the Gaza Strip. I happen to be living in one of these two areas, in particular, Khanyouns City, which is being bombed from land, air, and sea. Amidst the Israeli devastation and genocide on us televised to the world, I can no longer continue living as normal. I fear for my life, I fear for my family’s lives too.</strong>
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<div><strong>My story is one of many Palestinian youth who dream of living a normal life away from the consistent killing and bombardment. In the past 9 months of the genocide on Gaza, we all have faced unimaginable scenes of death, destruction, and starvation, yet this continues!! I appeal to the honest and sincere world for support. After many weeks of bombs, I can only hope to escape the immediate danger and horror and pave the way for a safer, more hopeful future.</strong>
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<div><strong>The goal is to raise enough funds to cover the costs of our collective evacuation, relocation, and initial resettlement. These funds will ensure our safety and provide an opportunity to rebuild life again from scratch.</strong>
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<div><strong>1. Donate: Every contribution, no matter how small, will bring us closer to our goal. Your donation will directly contribute to my family's journey to safety.</strong>
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<div><strong>By coming together, I hope my family can make it to a safer life away from the dire and unfortunate reality of death and destruction in Gaza.</strong>
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Help Hassan Feed & Rebuild His Family’s Life

<div>In January 2023, the eldest son of the Darville Family, Mana, was diagnosis with ‘primary intracranial sarcoma’, an extremely rare and aggressive brain cancer that very few have ever survived.
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<div>Despite the grim prognosis, a journey unfolded that defied the odds — three grueling surgeries, spanning 2 continents, a daily regimen of countless therapies, all against a backdrop of Mana’s undeniable will…...
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<div>Mana and his family turned 8 weeks into 9 and a half months.
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<div>During this time, they witnessed genuine miracles. Post surgery, Mana was wheelchair bound and unable to walk or move his right arm. In just a few short months of non-stop rehab, that same boy was doing ninja rolls off the bed, wrestling with his brothers and even rock climbing. Much to the shock of his Doctors, Mana not only got out of his wheelchair, but re-learned how to run!
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<div>This dedicated family dropped everything, uprooting to move halfway around the world, to seek out the best possible treatment &amp; doctors for their boy. They spent their entire life savings, along with the sizeable funds raised to help cover the mountain of medical expenses.
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<div>Gratefully, these resources bought invaluable time and a quality of life for Mana that spared him much of the physical pain associated with his diagnosis.
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<div>Last month, Mana exhaled his final breath wrapped tightly in the arms of his Mama &amp; Papa.
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<div>In his brief 10 years, Mana touched the lives of a community of people that spans the entire globe.
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<div>The ripples of his magnificent life serves as a poignant reminder of the power of community, the wisdom of fun, and the importance of not taking our finite breaths for granted.
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<div>The Peace that now tempers the Darville families pain, stems from the knowledge that they gave EVERYTHING. The army of support, that rallied around Mana provided the means to leave "no stone unturned."
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<div>Loosing a child is one of the greatest heartbreaks any human can go through. Between the pressure of individual grief, medical expenses &amp; the countless challenges associated, the statistics say that 85% of families who loose a child end up separating.
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<div>I share this because witnessing the grace with which this family has navigated this most difficult time, is nothing short of inspirational.
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<div>We, the closest friends of the Darville family, The Mana Ohana, have created this fundraiser to allow them to grieve with the dignity they deserve.
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<div>For some of you, financial contributions may not be feasible and that's perfectly okay.
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<div>You’re love, prayers and SHARE’S are equally valuable in helping them achieve their new mission of spreading Mana’s magic &amp; legacy of love, as far as possible!
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<div><strong>Donate:</strong> Your financial support, regardless of the amount, will significantly help them reduce their debt &amp; care for Mana’s two beautiful brothers. Every contribution is deeply appreciated.
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<div><strong>Share: </strong>Spread Mana’s Magic by sharing this GoFundMe page on your social media. The wider the audience, the more likely his timely message of love, unity and the preciousness of life, reaches those who need to hear it most. Please [email redacted] in all posts.
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<div><strong>Join Us</strong>: Mana’s happiest place was always in community. He had a supernatural ability to bring people together. So, in true Mana spirit we’re inviting you to join us for his Celebration of Life.
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<div>Please join us for a 90 minute unforgettable livestream concert/celebration of Mana. 
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<div>Date: Thursday, January 18th, 2024
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Support Mana's Family

<div><strong><em>It is with heavy heart I start this fundraising. I've exhausted all available solutions to evacuate my family from Gaza. the only option I have left is to start a fundraising which can help in this crisis and I'll explain why and how.</em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>I’m Labeeb Humaid is a radiology specialist, ambitious and persevering. My family in Gaza consists of 16 members: including me my wife, my children Abood (4 years old) and Leila (2 years old), my father (65 years old), my mother (56 years old), my sisters Aseel, Saba, and Sana, my brother Shehada and Muhammad, his wife, and their two children Labeeb (5 years old) and Juman (1 year old),and my aunts Nawal and Hanan. Over the past ten years, I have worked tirelessly, dedicating myself to my family, working hard, planning, and building my career. Despite facing the challenges , I have become a well-known professional in the field of radiology in Gaza, working in many hospitals and medical clinics. I obtained a master's degree in crisis and disaster management. Unfortunately, my life turned upside down on October 7th. Since that day, I have lost thousands of innocent lives in Gaza, and many innocent people like myself have lost their jobs and only source of income, rather than Our house was also severely damaged and our car was destroyed.</em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>My family and I left our home under continuous shelling, walking without carrying our personal belongings, winter clothes, or even our money, heading from Gaza to Zuwayda. There, we lived through the hardest days of our lives, then we moved to Rafah after the airstrikes and shelling intensified, hoping to find safety there or find a way out of Gaza to a safe place where we can dream of a future for our children. I continue my journey to bring hope to the faces of my patients, to live a happy and safe life for us and our children, to keep them away from all this pain, destruction, and siege, and to avoid the bleak future that awaits them if the situation continues as it is in Gaza. The pain we have experienced over the years, I do not seek or accept that our children suffer from it in the future.</em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>We are currently seeking help to evacuate from Gaza to Egypt looking for a safe and healthy place. But Unfortunately, the costs are exorbitant and change dramatically and unexpectedly by the day, as Israel's grip on the south of Gaza intensifies in the coming days and weeks, the costs will continue to rise as the demand increases and the number of agents operating the evacuation routes drops.</em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>As of late December the evacuation fee ranges between $5,000 and $7,000 per person, before processing and transport fees, and we will pay the higher end of the range because many of us do not have passports . Me and my family asking for 100,000$ based on the following breakdown: an evacuation fee at the Egyptian border of $5,000- $7,000per person as each day there is a different price for evacuation fee at the Egyptian border, plus a processing fee of $2,000 per person, $2,000 for transportation, and a 2.9% commission fee.</em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>Any amount raised beyond the total will be used to supplement me &amp; my family lives as refugees in Egypt.</em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>Your donation, no matter how small, will make an impact. You will be contributing to getting my family to safety. The funds will be used transparently and every dollar will go towards securing our evacuation.</em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>Please share this campaign widely to help us reach our goal and bring my family to safety. Your support means more than you can imagine and I am incredibly grateful for any assistance you can provide during this challenging time. </em></strong>
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<div><strong><em>Thank you for your compassion and generosity. Together, we can make change and help my family find the safety and security they need.</em></strong>
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Evacuate Hemaid's family of 16 children and elders

<div>Hello, my name is Camila Cuevas. I’m a mom and Chilean expat living in Florida. On June 20th, my uncle Julio's taxi was stolen while he and my aunt Ingrid were grocery shopping in Santiago, Chile. This car was their only means of making an income. They had just purchased the vehicle earlier this year and are still making payments on it.
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<div>Julio and Ingrid live paycheck to paycheck, renting their home and struggling to make ends meet. At their age, finding alternative work is incredibly challenging, and this theft has placed a tremendous burden on them. Without the taxi, they have no way to earn money, yet they still must pay off the loan for the stolen car. This has put them in a dire financial situation.
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<div>This fundraiser aims to help Julio and Ingrid raise enough money to buy an older car so Julio can continue working as a taxi driver. They are in urgent need of support to overcome this difficult time.
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Support Julio and Ingrid: Help Replace Their Stolen Taxi

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<div>With a heavy heart, I reach out to you today seeking your assistance during a time of urgent need. My name is Omar Aldirawi, and for years, I've been a witness to the harsh realities of life in Gaza as a photojournalist. Now, I'm on a mission of a different kind: to ensure a safe future for me and my family amidst the chaos that surrounds us.
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<div>Recently, we received an invitation from Canada under Crisis in Gaza: Special measures for extended family members. However, the financial burden of relocation weighs heavily on us. We not only face the costs of visas and travel but also the daunting task of rebuilding our lives from scratch in a new country, including securing quality education for our children.
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<div>Our once vibrant home, filled with laughter and love, now bears the scars of war. In the midst of this devastation, my family of eight individuals, each with their own stories and hopes for the future, stands resilient. My siblings now look to me for guidance and hope as we confront our most daunting challenge yet.
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<div>One of the most painful consequences of the ongoing war has been the disruption of education for our children. Schools have become inaccessible, leaving their futures uncertain. The opportunity to move to Canada represents more than just safety; it's a chance for these young minds to return to their studies, to grow and explore their potential in a stable environment.
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<div>The urgency of our situation cannot be overstated. With tensions escalating and the threat of further escalations looming, I am desperate to relocate my family to safety before it's too late. This appeal for help is not made lightly; it's a plea for compassion and assistance in our time of dire need.
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<div>Your support would enable us to cover the essential costs of our journey and resettlement. It's not just a donation; it's a lifeline, offering us a chance at a new life away from fear and uncertainty. It's an investment in the future of our children, providing them with the educational opportunities they desperately need and deserve.
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<div>This is a call to action for anyone who believes in the power of humanity to change lives. With your help, we can offer my family a future filled with hope, security, and the opportunity to rebuild in a place where peace is not just a dream, but a reality. Together, we can turn despair into hope and tragedy into a new beginning.
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<div><strong>Announcing Phase 2 of Operation Olive Branch’s Direct Aid Initiative: </strong>
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<div>Please find a list of our “<strong>verified</strong>” families and medical aid partners here: <a href="https://tinyurl.com/opolivebranch" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Verified Families &amp; Mutual Aid</a>
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<div>We quickly identified over a hundred families who required urgent perinatal care and support during pregnancy, birth and postpartum. Faced with malnutrition, lack of food, clean water and limited access to medical support, families are experiencing severe perinatal medical complications.
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<div>The <strong><em>OOB Perinatal Project</em></strong> has set up a fundraiser to deliver direct monetary support to the project’s partners. Whilst these organizations and individuals may have their own fundraising projects set up, they do not always see compensation or receive enough funds to meet the needs of the families on the ground. It is vital we ensure the Project’s partners have adequate funds to continue their work.
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<div>Yong Yang didn't deserve to die. He was shot and killed by police officers who unlawfully entered the home of his mother and father while he was having a mental health crisis. They had no intention of helping him. Yong's family had not called them for help. They had not reported a trespassing intruder. Yong had not done anything violent. He didn't even use profanity as the police yelled at him from outside, worsening his acute anxiety attack.
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<div>Yong's family continues their ongoing fight against the system that murdered him. All donations so far have gone toward supplies necessary for the battle against injustice. These include picket signs, flyers, sound equipment, T-shirts and other merchandise used to promote the rallies held in protest of the Department of Mental Health and the LAPD. The police continue to avoid responsibility and are intent on dragging out their "investigations" to outlast the storm, and spread lies to justify their misconduct.
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<div>Creating change takes a long time, and the fight for justice is only just beginning. Please continue to support the movement and help keep the JYYPC's fight for justice for Yong and for all victims of police brutality.
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Yong Yang’s Wrongful Death, Police Brutality Case

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<div>Mohammed and Shahd were in the midst of earning their master’s degrees when the events of last October interrupted their studies and destroyed their home. Over the past year, they’ve been forced to relocate at least half a dozen times as home after home has become uninhabitable from the bombing. Mohammed’s mother and two sisters have had to live in tents, moving first to Rafah and then evacuating to central Gaza. All 6 members of the family are now together, sleeping on the floor in the living room of a 3-bedroom, 1-bathroom house they share with 14 other people in Dier al-Balah in central Gaza. 
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<div>Mohammed’s older sister was accepted to a university in Qatar, but has had to delay acceptance until the Israeli government allows her to leave. His younger sister, age 9, is being home schooled by family members because no elementary schools remain standing. It’s hard to obtain school supplies like textbooks, writing paper, or pencils for her, but they are trying to teach her what they can so she doesn’t fall too far behind.
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<div>Shahd and baby are healthy despite the conditions. There is sewage running in the streets, and clean water is difficult to find. Bottled water is now 10 times its price before the conflict, and even non-bottled water (which is not safe enough for Shahd, who is breast feeding, and her baby to drink) is 3 times the price it was before. Farmland has been destroyed and food stocks have been depleted, so the family is relying on whatever expensive canned food they can find. 
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<div>Mohammed and Shahd have managed to keep the bulk of donated funds in reserve for exit fees in the hopes that they will be permitted to leave Gaza soon. However, as the conflict continues funds are increasingly needed for their basic survival. No one imagined that the Rafah exit would not only be closed, but that all the roads and buildings leading up to the Egyptian border would be completely burned and demolished. No one imagined the conflict would last this long with no end in sight.
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<div>Thanks to your generosity, Mohammed was able to purchase a solar panel that has proved indispensable to their family. With it, they can power a 30-watt fan to keep the baby comfortable in 90 - 100 degree heat. If they alternate usage, the panel also allows them charge their cell phones so they can complete their university studies. Mohammed and Shahd are so grateful to you for making this possible for them.
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<div>In January, we estimated for 2 months worth of expenses. Thankfully, your donations have allowed them to survive for an additional 7 months. We’re hoping you’ll continue to donate what you can to help them through whatever time remains. 
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<div>Costs are more exorbitant each day. For example, before the conflict, 3 potatoes cost about 55 cents. Now they cost the equivalent of $41. Fresh food is almost impossible to find, so the family relies mostly on canned goods. A single can of fava beans costs more than $5. There’s no work to help them afford to buy food, so your donations are the only way they are able to survive. They are so thankful for your help.
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<div>To get the funds to Shahd, Mohammed, and their family, I transfer donations from my bank account in the US to Mohammed’s bank account in Gaza. There are no ATMs left standing, but Mohammed is able to access the funds by going to the bank when possible. The fees at the time of transfer are 12%, and Mohammed pays additional 8% fees as well as providing ID and extensive paperwork to collect the funds. Despite the high fees, we have found this to be the most cost-effective, secure, and efficient way to get the funds to Shahd and her baby.
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<div>Originally, Mohammed and Shahd had 9 family members (including themselves and their baby) in Gaza. Just before the Rafah crossing was destroyed, 3 members of their family were able to leave. Now Mohammed is trying to keep about $52,000 USD in reserve for travel expenses for the remaining members of their family (Mohammed, Shahd, their baby, his mother, and his two sisters) to have ready if they are allowed to exit.
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<div>Previously, we had a general idea of the exit and travel costs. At present, it’s not clear what amount will be needed. Costs could be more or, if there is humanitarian aid to cover some of the costs, less. Below I’ve outlined their expenses so far and our best estimate for how much the family may need through December.
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<div>Border crossing = 6 * $6,000 = $36,000
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<div>Bank Fees 20% of remaining $94,279: $18,856
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<div>Hygiene, Medications, and Medical Care: $4,500
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<div>Amount Raised So Far: $97,092
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<div>Still Needed: $41,008
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<div>Thank you again for giving a sense of normalcy and security to this young and hardworking family. You’ve helped alleviate the constant fear and instability they face, allowing them to focus on the joy of welcoming their child and the task of building a better future amidst the challenges.
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In Loving Memory of Gino

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<div>It's only fair we do what we can to help them in return. Now we have been hit by a strike of Distemper, Parvo, and Pneumonia, as well as mammary and huge bladder stones.
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<div>We now have over $20k in unexpected veterinary bills for their care. It is a daily struggle, and your financial support is crucial for us to keep going. If you are glad we are here to do this work, and you'd like to help us prove that the hopeful side of humanity is stronger please donate to The 4 Paws Kiddo Rescue. Saving dogs on euthanasia lists at the kill shelters, being dumped on the street by their owners because of their medical condition or age, is worth every loving snuggle and tail wag from these pure, grateful hearts.
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Keep us rescuing & vetting discarded abused Dogs

<div>Hi for all those who love foxy … unfortunately today foxy was attacked by a dog.. I rushed her to the vet and I was told they believe her eye is  ruptured. She is undergoing many tests and will  need surgery. I am trying everything I can to try to save her eye .. those of you who know me know how much I love her❤️if your able to help out we appreciate any help..and if you could share thank you…love foxy ❤️
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<div>Jalen is a 15 year old kid from Windsor, ON and we surprised his family (mother, Krystal Bliguin, and younger brother, Jace) with a dream of a lifetime with flying them to Los Angeles to watch the Lakers play in these playoffs!
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Let's Change Jalen's Life

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<div>On behalf of Ralph and our entire family, thank you so much for your generosity. It has warmed our souls during an incredibly difficult time. Of course we never anticipated so much support for Ralph, but we wanted you to know that we are working with a certified financial advisor to establish a Trust to properly receive the funds and use them for all of the original purposes we described. All funds will be used for Ralph's benefit, as his well-being and safety is our highest priority. Right now we will continue to focus on Ralph's recovery, but in the future we are considering setting up a charity.  
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<div>Each day is different. He has a long road ahead. However, we are very thankful that he is still here with us. I've been taking the time to read the emails and comments to Ralph. It warms our hearts to see him smile at all the kind words.
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<div>On Thursday, April 13, 2023, my nephew Ralph P Yarl was on his way to pick up his twin younger brothers from their friend's house a few blocks away from his house. He didn't have his phone. He mistakenly went to the wrong house, one block away from the house where his siblings were. He pulled into the driveway and rang the doorbell. The man in the home opened the door, looked my nephew in the eye, and shot him in the head. My nephew fell to the ground, and the man shot him again. Ralph was then able to get up and run to the neighbor's house, looking for help.
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<div>The Melero Family would like to take the time to thank everyone for all the love, kind acts, prayers, thoughtful messages and calls during this difficult time.  God has poured out His love through friends and family &amp; for that, we are dearly grateful.  Eric was such a loving son, a cool and caring brother, the best uncle and a true friend.  He was truly one of a kind, very loved and ALWAYS the life of the party!!!  We want to provide an avenue for those that would like to help out with the upcoming funeral expenses and whatever else may arise. Any support at all would be greatly appreciated.  
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Eric's goodbye ~ Gone but never forgotten!

<div>Kenny Bullock as many of you know for years working here at Viewpoint as our HVAC technician just left Viewpoint less than a year ago to help his parents in Kentucky and be close to his daughter, Kenley who is attending school on the East coast.  Last Friday the 12th Kenny had a health episode at home that ended his life at the young age of 44.  
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<div>Delores, Kenny's mother expressed her deep concern that as Kenny was between positions he had a lapse in his life insurance.  She now has a widening concern for her granddaughter's expenses while attending college.  I am hoping that the Viewpoint Community can help Kenley as she starts her college career just after losing her father.
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<div>For many of you who knew Kenny, you know that he was always the one going to extremes making <strong>every effort</strong> to quickly provide cooling or heating in offices or classrooms.  That giving "of one's self" is just one part of the extraordinary nature of Kenny that we are all blessed to be graced by.  Please let us return the favor and help his daughter as she starts her college experience.
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<div>On the morning of Thursday, December 23, 14-year-old Valentina Orellana Peralta sadly died when an LAPD's officer's stray bullet struck her when in a clothing store dressing room shopping with her mother. Valentina and her mother went to Los Angeles from Santiago, Chile to be reunited with Valentina's older sister, and with the goal of a better life in California just months before her death. Aside from it being a tragedy to anyone who reads Valentina's story, our hearts ache at the senselessness of her death.
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<div>The Chilean family is faced with travel costs and burdens and other kinds of incidentals. There is no amount of money that can bring our Valentina back, or to comfort her grieving mother, father and older sister, but we want her immediate family to be relieved from any financial restraints that might make this mourning process even harder. We want her family to be as comfortable as possible and capable of remembering Valentina without limitations. <br /><br />We (Valentina's cousins) are creating this Go Fund Me on behalf of Valentina's immediate family with the intention to rid them of any financial burden that may be associated with being unable to work, travel expenses, accommodations for extended family traveling from Chile to Los Angeles and other expenses.
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<div>justiceforvalentina.com<br /><br />NOTE: because this fundraiser was created in Canada, all donations are in CAD currency. You will be charged the equivalent to the amount you donate in your own currency if you donate from outside of Canada. Since a majority of donors are in the US, we will be switching the fundraiser to USD shortly.<br /><br />ESPAÑOL:<br /><br />La mañana del jueves 23 de diciembre, Valentina Orellana Peralta de 14 años, murió cuando la bala perdida de un oficial de LAPD golpeó y mato a Valentina, quien estaba en el probador de una tienda de ropa mientras compraba con si madre. Valentina y su madre fueron a los Angeles desde Santiago de Chile para poder reunirse con la hermana mayor de Valentina y con la meta de una mejor calidad de vida en California meses antes de su muerte. Aparte de ser una tragedia para cualquiera que lea la historia de Valentina, nuestros corazones duelen por la insensatez de su muerte.<br /> <br />La familia chilena se está enfrentando con los costos de viaje y cargas de viaje y otros tipos de imprevistos. No hay cantidad de dinero que pueda traer de regreso a nuestra Valentina, o para consolar a su madre, su padre, su hermana mayor y una familia entera en duelo, pero queremos que su familia inmediata se libere de cualquier restricción financiera que pueda hacer que este proceso de duelo sea qun mas difícil. Queremos que su familia se sienta lo más cómoda posible y capaz de recordar a Valentina sin limitaciones.<br /> <br />Nosotras (primas de Valentina) estamos creando esta pagina GO FUND ME con la intención de librar a su familia inmediata de cualquier carga financiera que pueda estar asociada con la imposibilidad de trabajar, gastos de viaje, alojamiento para la familia directa que viaja de Chile a los Angeles, California, servicios y otros gastos.<br /><br /><a href="https://www.justiceforvalentina.com/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.justiceforvalentina.com/</a><br />Justice for Valentina/ Justice Por Valentina<br />justiceforvalentina.com
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<p><strong>UPDATE: WE ARE RAISING MORE MONEY TO ALLOW THE PLANES TO KEEP DOING MORE TURNS.</strong><br /><br />We are coming to you in desperation to conduct an <strong>emergency flight rescue</strong> of 300+ Afghan souls. I have been working alongside humanitarian aid groups, decorated military veterans, and activists on the ground in Kabul, fighting to save people who otherwise have no chance at survival in the Taliban-occupied Kabul.<br /><br />The individuals in question are high-value targets - Afghan men and women who have worked as human rights lawyers, champions of Women’s and LGBTQ rights, journalists, government liaisons, artists, and interpreters - all of whom are at <strong>imminent risk of being executed by the Taliban,</strong> along with their families. We will be taking full family units.<br /><br />If these people do not get rescued as soon as possible, neither they nor their family will make it through the month. The Taliban have a KILL LIST and are going door to door, searching for these people and reportedly <strong>killing them on sight if found</strong>. Every one of these individuals on the manifest have been vetted.<br /><br />Due to the rapidly deteriorating situation in Kabul, this rescue mission will only be possible if $550,000 is raised to fuel 2 airplanes to fly into Kabul from a foreign country.  <strong>If we raise twice the amount ($1,100,000), we’ll do another run. There are enough people in need to make many round-trips with our two airplanes. We will continue multiplying as goals are met. </strong><br /><br />With help from people on the ground in Kabul, and the newfound security of the airport due to increased US presence — we have arranged for a <strong>safe onboarding process</strong>. All of the people who will be boarding the planes have been extensively vetted.<br /><br /><strong>Every $1,500 raised represents a seat on one of the planes, and a life saved.</strong><br /><br /><strong>Please share wide and far, as hundreds of lives are at stake.</strong><br /><br /><strong>FUNDING</strong><br /><br />The money will be paid to and distributed from Raven Advisory, LLC, based in NC.<br /><br />Any overages in funds raised beyond flights will be donated to the International Women’s Media Foundation, who are actively helping with this rescue effort + settlement, to help the people we rescue start a new life. <br /><br />Destinations have been secured to allow our planes safe passage + landing, and locations cannot be disclosed until the flights have arrived safely. Updates will be provided frequently. <br /><br />Special thanks to our partners:<br /><br />The International Women’s Media Organization (IWMF) is the only organization that provides safety training, byline opportunities, and emergency support tailored to women journalists and photographers around the world. <br /><br />Raven Advisory, LLC is a multi-dimensional integrator for risk management, security, training, and humanitarian efforts. Raven's subsidiaries are: Gryphon Group, Raven Medical, and Raven Worldwide. www.ravenadvsry.com<br /><br />GOOD/Upworthy: a social impact company <br /><br />And to all the military veterans in Los Angeles who are helping us lead this charge!
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FLYAWAY: EMERGENCY AFGHAN RESCUE MISSION

<p>Hi guys were asking for help for Maria who was unfortunately attacked by a white male on his 50's.  Maria was selling her fruit like she has been doing  for the past 8 years  when all of a sudden this man came out off nowhere and started yelling violently at her saying GET OUT OF HERE!!!!! as he was getting closer to Maria she was extremely terrified she moved out of his way ... he ended up pushing her cart to the floor in to a busy street. Her cart broke and all her merchandise was lost. Luckily a lot of people stoped to help her pick everything up. Sadly Maria now suffers from panic attacks and anxiety since this incident. A police report was done and this horrible man who already had warrants for his arrest. But nothing was really done. Maria is a kind hearted, hard working woman its not fair that she can't work since this happened because she does not feel safe.  Please help us by donating anything for Maria. Thank you in Advance.
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<p class="s3" style="margin-bottom:5px;line-height:21.600000381469727px;font-size:18px;"><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);">OUR DOG “PRINCESS” WAS SHOT BY LOS ANGELES SHERIFF DEPUTIES WHO WERE SERVING A WARRANT AT A NEIGHBOR’S HOUSE!</span>
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<p class="s3" style="margin-bottom:5px;line-height:21.600000381469727px;font-size:18px;"><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);">On June 8, 2021, at about noon, Los Angeles County Sheriff deputies were serving a warrant at the house behind our house.  Several deputies were already at that house, but more arrived and broke into our property through a locked gate.  They knew they were at the </span><span class="s4" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;font-weight:bold;font-style:italic;color:rgb(51,51,51);">wrong house</span><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);"> and our next</span><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);">-</span><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);">door neighbors told deputies that Princess was in the yard, but they </span><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);">came on our property</span><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);"> anyway.  </span>
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<p class="s3" style="margin-bottom:5px;line-height:21.600000381469727px;font-size:18px;"><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);">Our 8-year-old daughter was outside feeding Princess when a deputy with a shotgun shot Princess twice, hitting her in the mouth and shoulder.  </span>
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<p class="s3" style="margin-bottom:5px;line-height:21.600000381469727px;font-size:18px;"><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);">We immediately took her to a veterinarian, but the estimate is $20,000 for the surgery and care to repair the damage done to Princess by </span><span class="s2" style="line-height:21.600000381469727px;color:rgb(51,51,51);">LA County Sheriff deputies.  Princess needs a jaw surgery and treatment for a wound in her neck/shoulder as well as both paws on her left side.  </span>
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Vinny was working hard making a living when a person in a BMW robbed him and almost ran over his foot. Vinny himself has total access to this gofundme. Any other gofundme is not OFFICIAL.

Help Vinny who was robbed by a BMW selling flowers

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<div><em>Want to join me in making a difference in the lives of pets and people?  </em>I'm Dr. Kwane Stewart, and I've been a veterinarian for over 20 years. For the past decade, I've been passionately motivated to impact the lives of pets and people experiencing homelessness. When I have spare time or if I happen to be driving home and see a pet and owner in need, I offer some assistance. A quick check-up for the pet, maybe some medication or food...it isn't a lot but sometimes giving a little can make all the difference. 
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<div>During my time volunteering on the streets, I've experienced some of the most genuine stories of love, compassion, struggle, and hope, and learned a lot along the way. For example, it is estimated that anywhere from 10 to 25 percent of people experiencing homelessness have a pet. 
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<div>This work has been life-changing and truly inspiring, but has also come with many challenges. Some of the pets I come across need treatment, sometimes life-saving treatment, that can be very costly and it's hard to say no to a pet that’s truly in need. That is why I started this GoFundMe Campaign and more recently a non-profit organization called <a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Project Street Vet</a> .
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<div><a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Project Street Vet</a> (EIN 85-1158446) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit public charity that provides free veterinary care, treatment, and support to the pets of individuals experiencing homelessness and/or housing vulnerability. Project Street Vet is committed to protecting the human-animal bond that is so vital to the livelihood of not only these pets, but to the people who love them too. Leading with compassion, kindness, and no judgements, we will seek out and assist the pets and people who need it the most. 
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<div>Our work is carried out mainly through “Street Vet Work,” free pet clinics, and financial assistance. During our Street Vet Work, <a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/veterinary-volunteer" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">volunteer veterinary teams</a> provide direct vet-to-pet services by walking city streets to identify individuals experiencing homelessness with pets. Once identified, free exams, vaccines, flea meds, supplies, and more are offered and information is gathered for follow-ups and additional care. Thanks to our supporters, care and supplies are provided by <a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Project Street Vet</a> at no cost to pet parents. 
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<div>In addition to Street Vet Work, <a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Project Street Vet</a> partners with organizations serving people experiencing homelessness to host free pet clinics. During clinics, volunteer veterinary teams provide vaccines, supplies, and minor care, while establishing relationships with pet parents for follow-ups. We are grateful to have hosted clinics in partnership with amazing groups such as <a href="https://www.hopeofthevalley.org/tinyhomes/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Hope of the Valley Tiny Homes</a> and <a href="https://www.alphaproject.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">San Diego Alpha Project</a> and are always looking for new opportunities to service more pets and their people. 
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<div>Lastly, <a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Project Street Vet</a> assists qualified pet parents with their pet’s veterinary care through financial assistance grants. Whether they are a pet parent we have seen in the past or a new referral, Project Street Vet staff work directly with pet parents to understand what a pet needs and potentially fund for treatments directly to partner veterinary hospitals. Financial assistance is typically provided for minor care such as vaccines, spay/neuter, and various medications, although it could be something more in-depth like a dental or emergency procedure. 
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<div>Since Project Street Vet was founded in 2020, we have provided our services mainly in California, with focus on San Diego and Los Angeles. Our goal is to form <a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/veterinary-volunteer" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Project Street Vet Teams</a> in other cities of need throughout the United States, which will only be possible through public <a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/get-involved" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">support of our mission</a> .
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<div>All donations made through this GoFundMe or on <a href="https://www.projectstreetvet.org/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">our website</a> will support Project Street Vet’s mission and help to provide care, resources, and services to pets and the people who love them. We will be giving updates on the pets and people we continue to meet, and I hope everyone can see how your kindness can make a difference.
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I'm partnering with @edgarraw to help fundraise and donate money to support California farmworkers. We will match the first $1000 fundraised through this effort. We are experiencing one of the worst California fires on record. Our farm workers are having to navigate COVID restrictions, shelter in place regulations, now hazardous air quality. Plus, many of them have been displaced because of the fires. We must remind each other that California is number one in agriculture, provides all of the United States, and some countries as well. We need to stand together and support our people. <br /><br />We've come to realize farmworkers are asking for a few things: N95 masks without open filters' camping items' gallons of water, flashlight with batteries, nonperishable food, and school supplies for their kids. <br /><br />We are coordinating with organizations in the central valley and Sonoma Country to help either donate money or purchase supplies for the farmworkers. They need all the help we can give them, just put it to perspective<span style="font-size:1.0625rem;"> They need a mask a day and it cost around $36 for 10 masks. Let's support the foundation of our nutrition and let's make this happen fam. <br /><br />UPDATE: Thank you to everyone that's donated and helped reach our goal, we will be keeping the link up for a few more weeks. We've truly been inspired by the community support and kindness that we're pushing beyond the goal. So far, we have gathered supplies such as reusable masks, filters, water-resistant vests, garden gloves, and eye protection glasses. If anyone has specific questions or connections to farmworker families PLEASE feel free to reach out to me or Edgar via our Instagram page @juuuuelz510 and @edgarraw . <br /><br />In solidarity,<br />Edgar Castrejon<br />Juliette Mendez</span>

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<div>*Updated Fundraiser: This is now a fundraiser for new music equipment since it was all stolen from him in July. Performing music is how he makes a living so this is pretty devastating. The current total is primarily from his previous fundraiser for rent during the pandemic and not relevant to this new situation. Here is a brief description from Junko Goda:
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<div>It seems that Arthur just can’t get a break. In addition to the news of his dear wife, Rosemarie’s passing, Arthur shared with us that his precious instruments were stolen. He had been storing them in a locked facility and it was broken into and stolen in early July. There’s the issue of where he can continue storing his musical equipment (currently being explored), but for now if we can all pitch-in to help Arthur recoup his losses, that would be greatly appreciated.
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<div>What’s Little Tokyo without Arthur’s music meandering through the air?" (Junko Goda)
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<div>(Please watch the short 60-second video at the very bottom of this description to learn more about Arthur and why I started this GoFundMe for him.)
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<div>I don't think anyone over 80 years-old should have to worry about paying their rent because they can't work during a global pandemic. Nothing has stopped Arthur in the past. Not arthritis, being paralyzed, his age, his lack of transportation, or even major neck surgery has stopped him from going to Little Tokyo via the public bus system to perform his music most days of the week. If anything were to stop him against his will to share his passion and to work for his hard-earned money, it could only be a global pandemic. 
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<div>If you’ve visited Little Tokyo over the last few years, you’ve probably met and heard the music of 83 year-old, Arthur Nakane and his one-man band! He has been an entertainer his whole life among many other things. He performed on America’s got talent and was even interviewed on Jimmy Kimmel Live. His perseverance and optimism are astounding. I’ve even had the pleasure of having him as a guest speaker in my classroom to share with students the power of shifting their mindset when challenging obstacles come their way. He is a living example of that. He takes the public bus by himself from his home with all of his equipment to perform four days a week in Little Tokyo. He's in a wheelchair, uses a walker, and his fingers won’t even straighten to play his many instruments due to arthritis, yet when you ask to help him set-up and tear down, he says he doesn’t mind taking multiple hours to do it by himself because eventually, it will teach him to do it faster. As you can see, he uses his walker for his keyboards and he keeps his instruments together with PVC pipes. His mind is so active. He writes lots of poetry and creates new music all the time. Even when the pandemic began, he was still out most days performing and bringing joy and music to everyone...however, he had to stop in order to stay safe even though he loves performing and entertaining so much.
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<div>With that said, street performing is his main form of income. When you offer to help him financially, he usually refuses it. The one time he did accept something offered to him, he said that he wouldn't spend it until he felt like he was able to earn it over the next few years! After some hard convincing, we eventually got him to just use it. Even though he would never ask for a handout, it is clear that he is a bit worried about paying his rent (through some examples which I want to keep private) since he can't work. He started offering Japanese language lessons, but technology is a bit challenging for him which again limits his ability to work even in this way.
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<div>Arthur is such a strong individual who has truly persevered through so many physical barriers. He brings so much joy to everyone with his music, his haikus, his jokes, and his emails. I'm hoping that this can be a way to help him have some peace of mind for at least a few months until things (hopefully) get better and he can eventually perform in Little Tokyo again. 
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<div>I plan on giving whatever we raise here and calling it a “tip” for all of his wonderful performances since he probably wouldn't feel comfortable accepting something he didn’t feel like he earned right away. I’ll happily post his response to our donations here after I give everything to him. I know this would help him out tremendously. I don't know if anyone will donate to this at all. I've never created one of these before but I just felt like it would be important to at least try and help him out during these challenging times. I know Arthur will be so grateful and will probably write a Haiku to express his thanks to you. Please consider donating and helping him out. 100% of what GoFundMe allows me to give him will go straight to him and if you post your names, I think he will be able to see those too. Let's bring joy to a man who has spent his whole life bringing joy and laughter to so many others. Thank you!
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November 23rd 2019 a semi truck veered into my lane and Grr flew into the dashboard and fell to the ground. Two days later he was in pain, walking with a hunched back, could not lift his neck, and lameness in his front legs. Vet diagnosed him with IVDD. They said he could become paralyzed at any moment. He was on strict cage rest for 6 weeks, no stairs, ramps, or jumping. I carried him outside day and night to go potty to keep his back straight for a couple months. Medical management and cage rest helped for about a month and then he got worse once the prednisone was finished. For weeks he was crying every night in worse pain and I felt so helpless. I did an ultrasound and made sure his internal organs were okay. I had to wait 2 weeks to get him an MRI watching him cry in pain all night and day. So many sleepless nights trying to comfort my little Grr. The MRI showed two herniated discs compressing his spinal cord/nerve. I decided to move forward with surgery on  2/20/20 with a gamble not knowing if it would truly help him. Luckily, the surgery was a success and he is back to his normal self!! Between all the medications, ER visits, diagnostics, and surgery everything cost 8,078.89. I feel very blessed to have more time with Grr. He has been my everything for 11 years. I would do anything for him! <br /><br />I had Grr on the Banfield wellness pet plan spending about $45 a month for his entire life. Unfortunately, this in house pet "insurance" did not cover anything at the specialist office. Which is why I am reaching out for help. <br /><br />We just found out today (2/28/20) our other sweet dog Sierra has lymphoma cancer. My partners go fund me  for Sierras link is:<br /><a href="https://gf.me/u/xnykqc"><a href="https://gf.me/u/xnykqc" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://gf.me/u/xnykqc</a></a><br /><br />Please send us prayers that we get through this difficult time. I hope there are some angels out there to help us in our time of need. <br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1580593844184741_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1580593844184741_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1580594084661039_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1580594084661039_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1582078702645201_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1582078702645201_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1582936474732363_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1582936474732363_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1587216483939578_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1587216483939578_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /><br />Grr before surgery, could not raise his head<img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1582936558346870_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1582936558346870_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1582936598451248_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1582936598451248_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br />Grr after surgery<br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1582936688498656_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1582936688498656_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1587216296799568_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1587216296799568_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br />All receipts except a few pharmacy and 1 er visit. <br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1583091534140811_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1583091534140811_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1583091559856971_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1583091559856971_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_158309224330904_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_158309224330904_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_158309227151156_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_158309227151156_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_158309208357378_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_158309208357378_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1583091624289271_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1583091624289271_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><span style="font-size:1.0625rem;"><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1583092162276710_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1583092162276710_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1583091997263702_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1583091997263702_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /><br />MRI</span><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1583091692242271_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1583091692242271_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1587222852437998_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1587222852437998_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/45190824_1587222890377846_r.jpeg" alt="45190824_1587222890377846_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />

My beloved Grrs Spinal Surgery & Sierra Chemo debt

<img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/48492738_1591131812372865_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="48492738_1591131812372865_r.jpeg" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/48492738_1591132155763247_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="48492738_1591132155763247_r.jpeg" /><br />The Small Shop is a store that promotes locally sourced and manufactured goods. They are committed to supporting Downtown Los Angeles' local economy, and Joel Stallworth, the founder and owner of The Small Shop LA, has been an influencer in DTLA since 2013. He moved into the space on 6th and Spring in 2016 and has opened his doors to all people with love since then. Joel is well-known for his iconic messages, "Love is Energy" and "Lost in Los Angeles."<br /><br />On May 29th, 2020, The Small Shop LA was in the epicenter of peaceful protests and later that evening, The Small Shop LA was vandalized. Luckily, no one was hurt.<br /><br />When asked about how he feels about the loss to his business, Joel responded, "I'm alive. I don't support ignorance but I understand ignorance. People are tired of this. Stop killing innocent people. Don't hurt nobody. Don't kill nobody. When people are hurt, they holla." Joel's place is destroyed, but he still appreciates the movement and is committed to rebuilding in Downtown LA.<br /><br />The store's doors and windows were shattered and merchandise was stolen. Joel's plan for funding includes repairing the exterior and interior of the shop, replacing lost or stolen electronics and merchandise, maintaining employment for his employees, and extending service to respond to the community that has supported him from day 1.<br /><br />Your donations will support not only The Small Shop LA, but they will help other small and community-based businesses, too. Your donation is going to be especially impactful to the minority owned and operated businesses that supply Joel with goods.<br /><br />As part of our commitment to our own community, we also want to extend our support to the following organizations that are part of the movement to end racial and social injustice.<br /><a href="../f/georgefloyd"><br /><a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.gofundme.com/f/georgefloyd</a><br /><a href="https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://minnesotafreedomfund.org/</a></a><br /><a href="https://www.blackvisionsmn.org/"><a href="https://www.blackvisionsmn.org/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.blackvisionsmn.org/</a></a><br /><a href="https://www.reclaimtheblock.org/home"><a href="https://www.reclaimtheblock.org/home" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.reclaimtheblock.org/home</a></a><br /><a href="https://actionnetwork.org/forms/reclaim-our-vote-signup"><a href="https://actionnetwork.org/forms/reclaim-our-vote-signup" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://actionnetwork.org/forms/reclaim-our-vote-signup</a></a><br /><a href="https://www.joincampaignzero.org/"><a href="https://www.joincampaignzero.org/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.joincampaignzero.org/</a></a><br /><a href="https://unicornriot.ninja/"><a href="https://unicornriot.ninja/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://unicornriot.ninja/</a></a><br /><a href="https://homeboyindustries.org/"><a href="https://homeboyindustries.org/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://homeboyindustries.org/</a></a><br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/48492738_1591131851914583_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="48492738_1591131851914583_r.jpeg" /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/48492738_1591132062245335_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="48492738_1591132062245335_r.jpeg" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/48492738_1591131989730902_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="48492738_1591131989730902_r.jpeg" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/48492738_1591132252199507_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" alt="48492738_1591132252199507_r.jpeg" />

The Small Shop LA Rebuild

Hello! I am very much sadden to say that my dad had been assaulted while trying to make money for my family by selling corn. He is an elotero and goes on his usual routes everyday. He is a very hard working man and known by many.  We had to take him to the Emergency Room so that they could help him and treat him because his injuries were pretty severe. His nose and head were busted open with a gun. My dad does not have insurance.Anything will be very much appreciated to help pay for his medical expenses. During these hard times I am currently not working because of covid, so anything will be a blessing for us. Thank you for your time to read about his incident and donating.

My dad Bililfo Fernandez

I am raising money for litigation expert witness expenses to prove that the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department was responsible for Quinten’s death.  The lawsuit is a David versus Goliath lawsuit.  The County has hired about 10 experts, and my attorney has hired only 5 experts due to lack of funding.  My experts will testify that the County did not take care of Quinten with his medical problem as required under the United States Constitution, and Quinten died as a result.<br /><br />Quinten was a third-year college student at California State University, Northridge, majoring in public health, in the hopes to become a Registered Nurse.  He wanted to help people and give back to the community.  On March 9, 2018, a tragedy came upon our family and Quinten was taken from us in the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s custody.  <br /><br />Ashanti is now forced to grow up without her father because of Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department’s negligence and indifference to his medical problem.  Also, he could very well have been profiled because of his race.  Ashanti deserves justice.<br /><br /><strong>I am fighting for Quinten! For Justice ! For accountability ! For Transparency !</strong><br /><strong>#Justice4Quinten #DontLetThemGetAwayWithIt <a href="http://reformlajails.com/pressroom/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">#ReformLAJails</a>   <a href="https://blacklivesmatter.com/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">#BlackLivesMatter</a> <br /><br />Links:<br /><a href="https://sundial.csun.edu/159485/news/lawsuit-against-l-a-county-over-death-of-quinten-thomas-moving-to-trial/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Lawsuit against L.A. County over death of Quinten Thomas moving to trial</a><br /><a href="https://citywatchla.com/index.php/cw/los-angeles/15133-the-system-failed-quinten-thomas-sometimes-it-s-now-or-never" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">The System Failed Quinten Thomas Sometimes Its Now or Never</a> <br /><br /><a href="https://reformlajails.com/issue/quinten-thomas/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Reform L.A. County Jails</a> <br /><iframe media_type="0" media_id="Fvwdpd6T8Tc" class="youtube-replace" title="YouTube video player" style="margin-bottom:20px;width:560px;height:315px;" src="//www.youtube.com/embed/Fvwdpd6T8Tc/?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="1"></iframe></strong><br />The fact is Quinten was picking up his seizure medication at a RiteAid when he was arrested, on March 2, 2018.  Quinten Thomas died 7 days later at LA County Sheriff's Department Twin Towers Correctional Facility.<br /><br /><strong>Quinten’s Birthday Card to Ashanti for her 1st Birthday</strong><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/37903088_1607130536623034_r.jpeg" alt="37903088_1607130536623034_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /><strong>Please Make a Donation Today.</strong>

Justice4QuintenThomas (for his daughter) Ashanti

PLEASE HELP ME WIN THIS FIGHT. First and foremost thank you to everyone that has been praying and sharing #FindVanessaGuillen
My sister DID NOT sign up to the ARMY to be held AGAINST her will.... she was murdered inside Fort Hood military base. We need to get justice. Please help me gather donations to able to take this all the way to D.C. I need to cover expenses at home and traveling fees everyday, I haven’t been able to work at all and been having to stay on top golf my sisters case. Gas, food, hotels, rentals for over two months. May god bless you, with your help we’ll be able to bring VANESSA BACK HOME to Rest In Peace. 
This will also be used for SPECIAL funeral arrangements, flower arrangements etc.

SOLDIER VANESSA GUILLEN MISSING

<strong>Thank you to all who gave donations. You have helped us immensely and we are forever grateful. My brother was able to have a beautiful ceremony and has been laid to rest. <br /></strong>We have set up this gofundme to help with any funeral services rendered in honor of Raymundo Ceja. We are sad to announce of his passing on March 1st, 2020. For those of you who knew Ray, you know he was a caring, protective, loving man who treasured his daughter and the bond they shared. If his smile didn't make your day his sense of humor would. We are devastated with the news of his passing. He will forever be missed by his family and friends. Any help is appreciated. We thank you in advance.

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