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<div>Our mom, Leslie Castañón, has been in the hospital since Christmas eve. She is currently sedated and on breathing support due to a horrible case of pneumonia. She was admitted for a fall where she hit her head badly. The pneumonia, however, is the biggest issue of many she is currently facing.
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<div>When the doctors talked to us on Christmas night, things looks glim. Thanks to all the support, prayers, and great medical team, she is stable, but she still needs the heroic medical support of the intensive care unit because her condition is "critical" as she is gravely ill with this major pnuemonia, among other issues that have come as a result.
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<div>This is not an average hospital pneumonia inpatient stay. Our mom is fighting for her life with every breath and every heart beat. She is stable, praise God, but not out of the woods yet.
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<div>Our mom has always been a giver. We hope she gets the chance to continue helping and giving to other because that is what makes her happy.
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<div>Please donate, if you can. If you can not, please continue to keep her in your thoughts and prayers. The love and support is what has kept us going in these uncertain time.
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<div>Her condition has improved since Christmas night and the day after. She is currently stable and hoping to come off sedation in the next couple days, but her battle will not be over.
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<div>UPDATE Jan. 2nd: the medical staff are talking about removing the breathing tube today.
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<div>UPDATE Jan 4th: the breathing tube is out. She is on the road to recovery. She will need physical therapy to gain her strength back.
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<div>I am reaching out to ask for your support during this incredibly difficult time. My dear friends, Kristina Perkin, her partner Corey Coombs and their family recently lost their beloved son, Jeramie Passage, 25 years old, due to asthma complications. This tragedy has left them heartbroken and facing unexpected funeral expenses, while they were already managing the extra costs of raising a child with disabilities.
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<div>Jeramie was a talented artist, a hard worker, and an avid hockey player. Leadership came naturally to him and he volunteered as a junior hockey coach and referee. He was the oldest of many cousins, whom he loved and cared for deeply. The loss of his infectious smile and irrepressible sense of humor will forever leave a hole in the hearts of his family.
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<div>Donations received will go directly to Kristina and Corey to cover <strong>funeral expenses, medical expenses, and help get them through the next month</strong>. Any money received beyond what’s needed will be donated to the <strong>Asthma Society of Canada.</strong>
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<div>If you don’t know this beautiful family, let me tell you why they are so important to me.
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<div>I’ll start at the beginning. It was 2021 and I was going through the most painful and difficult time of my life, and every day was a struggle to keep going.
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<div>College classes had returned in person after Covid shutdowns. An instructor was glowing about some girl named “Kristina” and how amazing and creative her group project from the previous semester was, and how she set a new standard for projects.
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<div>And this was without knowing that Kristina was attending college while working, and caring for her four kids, driving a 45 min commute each way to school. Persevering in her studies, despite struggling with short-term memory loss from a traumatic brain injury that happened during a <strong>car crash that killed her fiance</strong>.
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<div>It floored me when Kristina said that was her <strong>second fiance to die</strong> in a car accident. Three kids, two late fiances, 2 car crashes, one of which landed her in a coma for weeks while she was pregnant with her 3rd child and left her with permanent injuries. All before she turned 25.
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<div><strong>She never gives up</strong>. Not the two times she lost her children’s fathers. Not when she struggled through recovery from her injuries. Not when her youngest child was diagnosed with developmental disabilities. And definitely not before graduating from college with a double major in supply chain and accounting.
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<div>Kristina is someone I aspire to be like. She’s my inspiration to keep going on the days when everything seems impossible.
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<div>Kristina keeps living life to its fullest. She <strong>found love again</strong> with her partner Corey when Jeramie was 10 years old. Corey is the calm to Kristina’s energy, his quiet steadiness bringing stability to the family. Wonderful and loving to both his birth and stepkids, he has been their dad and best friend for over 14 years.
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<div>I tease Kristina about the 200,000km on her vehicle that came from driving her kids and tell her she could have used that money to pay down her mortgage.
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<div>So when Kristina called me at 5:31am on a Friday, I knew before I answered it was bad.
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<div>It wasn’t just bad, it was the <strong>worst news possible</strong>.
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<div>Kristina was sobbing, she told me her son <strong>Jeramie was gone</strong>. The doctors had spent an hour and a half trying to revive him. I couldn’t help but cry with her, knowing nothing in that moment could take her pain away.
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<div>Jeramie was the kid who made Kristina a mom, her first, her oldest, a kid she loved and worried over and sacrificed for. Kristina would talk about Jeramie all the time. His struggles were her struggles. When he was happy, she was happy, and when he was in pain Kristina was in agony.
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<div>He was a hardworking young man, taking pride in his work in construction. Young and full of life, he had a carefree, loving nature, always kind and playful with his younger cousins. His smile could light up a room and he had the gift of making people smile and laugh.
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<div>Jeramie had a kind and selfless heart. He was the type of person who volunteered before he was asked. Who would give you the shirt off his back in a snowstorm without complaining. He would give everything and ask for nothing in return, just like his mom.
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<div>His death from asthma at only 25 years old has left a hole in the family that can never be filled. Their family gatherings are now empty of the laughter and love he shared. The younger cousins who adored him will never again hear his voice or play with him.
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<div>As a mom, my worst fear has always been, what if something happened to my kid? How would I get through it? Would anyone help?
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<div>Kristina, Corey, and their family <strong>face an unimaginable struggle</strong>. I want to help them. I want their lives to have a little more love and light; and to be a little less unfair.
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<div>Let’s let Kristina, Corey, and her family know <strong>they’re cared about</strong>, that we as their friends and community are behind them, just as they always have been there to support their family, friends, and community.
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<div>If we can cover the funeral costs for Jeramie, Kristina’s family won’t need to take on more debt. If we can raise even more, Kristina and Corey can take time off to grieve and heal together with their 3 living children.
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<div>The goal of $15,000 will cover several expenses. Not only for the funeral services to honour Jeramie, but really help with living expenses for the next month while Kristina and Corey take time to grieve and settle Jeramie’s affairs. We expect the funeral and related costs to be around $10,000, with another $5,000 for living expenses so the family can take time off. Donations received will go directly to Kristina and Corey, with any money beyond what’s needed donated to the <strong>Asthma Society of Canada</strong>.
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<div>Please share this campaign and help us reach as many people as possible. Thank you so much for your generosity and support.
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<div>On January 7, my sister 23 year old Bella Grinsell planned on meeting up with our cousin and having a fun, relaxing beach day just the evening before University started up again. She hopped on her beloved moped she’s had since freshmen year, admiring the beautiful views she’s missed over break, she drove into the back of a car that was stopped attempting to make a left turn, she swerved out of the way and ended up being hit but an oncoming car. What we know as of now is only a few witnesses statements not being able to speak with Bella, but we fear her moped breaks could be at fault. She went unconscious on impact as it left her with a broken femur, being the most painful and excruciating bones to break. Emts drivers quickly took her to The Queens hospital as a Jane Doe accessing her broken femur. Later stitching up her collar bone and shin. The crash resulting in major road rash and gashes that had to be patched up. She was placed on ventilator with a breathing tube and heavily sedated. The CT scan revealed a brain bleed and swelling of the brain, as well as a severe concussion. If she hadn’t gotten better in an hour she would have to have brain surgery to control swelling. Once she was identified the nurses called our mom Paulina asking to further identify, asking about her tattoos that hold so much meaning, as our mom is freaking out not knowing what is happening after just getting off the phone with Bella not an hour earlier, thinking this is a spam call to quickly thinking it’s a death call. Bella is currently in the ICU getting treated for all of her injuries. Her boyfriend Jan and our cousin Christy is staying as strong as they can comforting her while my mom and I are flying out from Oregon to go be with her. As they were talking to Bella they noticed her heart rate going up and Bella’s eyes fluttered every time they spoke. Bella is currently still on a ventilator and being monitored for a slight brain bleed, in the morning she’s expected to have surgery having a titanium rod placed to help secure her femur on her left side. We thank God her injuries were not life threatening but we understand this is not an easy journey and we are prepared to be with her for every step she has to take. Bella is an overly caring and kind human, hanging out with her for a day makes you want to do better and be greater. As someone’s who’s known her my whole life and seen her at her best and seeing her at her worst, I can truly and honestly say she is not done with this world. She’s the kind of person who used reusable cups and paper straws, wool dryer balls, thinks twice about getting a plastic bag, is constantly putting others in front of her own needs. She uses her wholesome smile and kind heart to try so hard to make anyone’s day just a little better. Bella has fallen in love with the culture and the unique islands of Hawaii, studying family resources and early childhood development for the last 5 years at the University of Hawaii. She wants to focus on those who are forgotten, planning to work with the homeless and foster children. Hoping to make the world a little sweeter and brighter. Unfortunately as a born and raised Oregonian her insurance does not get coverage in Hawaii, knowing this she has always been frugal with medical choices and most of the time it’s cheaper to get a flight back to Oregon. I wanted to get a Gofundme started before she’s awaken sometime this week, so that finances aren’t her top priority and she can focus on recovering. I hope that the community she loves so much and has opened her heart to cares just a little bit to help ease her stress and make this healing journey a bit easier on her. Your donation will be used for medical bills, physical therapy she’ll have to endure, and any other medical challenges she’s face.


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<div>January 8th Update: Isabella Grinsell was cleared to have surgery this morning on her femur, her slight head trama made today a tough day. She’d have bursts of up and down emotions and confusion, the nurse said she’s going to be like Dory from finding Nemo for the next few days. Bella’s main concern was feeling bad for stressing mom out and missing school, which we reassured her that healing and getting plenty of sleep is the main concern. ❤️ Doctors are hopeful that’s she’ll get back on her feet in the next week, working on using her leg right away. I am so grateful to have raised over $8,000 in the last 20 hours and just amazed at the love and support for our loving Bella. You never truly see the strength in the community around you until tragedy strikes. I’m hoping Bella will be able to start developing long term memories tomorrow and I can’t wait to see the look of relief on her face when she knows she is safe and everything is going to turn out okay. I want to thank every single person who shared and/or donated, and especially to those who kept her in their prayers. I know she’d do the same for me and probably execute it better. ❤️<br />

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Help Bella with Medical Bills

<div>Sebastian Balderson (18) was tragically killed in a single vehicle motorcycle accident on Sunday, October 8, 2023 when riding with his friends in Kananaskis country. 
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<div>He was a good, young man who loved the Lord and we are looking forward to see him on the Resurrection Morning.
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Sebastian Balderson

<div>My name is Jay Sabicer, and I'm in trouble. I've been working at a part-time job for almost 2 years, planning to gain opportunities within a company that was planning to expand, and in effect expand my position and salary. Unfortunately, the expansion has taken far longer than either I or my employer have expected. 
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<div>I am currently looking for either a second part-time job or a full-time position at a better rate of pay, but I'm unable to find an employer that will hire me in an immediate timeframe or within my physical limitations as a person over 55. I possess computer skills, but I've found that the jobs offered are being quickly phased out by artificial intelligence programs. Ridesharing is no longer an option since the costs of gasoline and car upkeep far outweigh any profits I may be taking in. Delivery services are currently not taking new drivers in my area. I continue to get rejection notices from companies that were hiring, which I can only assume that I have <em>'aged' </em>out of what they are looking for, regarding talent.
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<div>I currently live at my late brother's home (he passed in 2018). It's a large house and instead of rent, I am in charge of paying the utilities that the entire household uses (including but not limited to electricity, internet/phone/cable, water/waste collection and pest control). The power and internet bills are by far the largest, varying between $300-800 a month. It's important to me to contribute this amount to fulfill my commitment as a matter of gratitude to my late brother and his wife's charity, to a person who could not possibly afford to live in Southern California by himself.
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Bills beyond what I can pay, wolf is at the door

<div>On May 30th, our friend, Joël Fafard suffered a debilitating stroke which has paralyzed the left side of his body. In keeping with the tenacity it takes to become a professional musician, Joël’s spirits and drive to recover are formidable. Joël has a long road of recovery ahead of him but we are confident he has the mental fortitude to progress forward and thrive. Joël was given the green light last week to go into the physiotherapy clinic 2-3x/ day where he is increasing his time and intensity on the bike. The hardest part was to convince Joël that rest was as important as all his hard work in physio. This man’s determination is inspirational. 
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<div>I am raising money to help my friend Michelle with sudden veterinary expenses for her sweet cat Moose.
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<div>Michelle is retired from her career in social work and has a fixed income. Since retirement she has fostered, socialized, and facilitated the adoption of feral kittens. Some of these kittens have required special care or longer than usual fostering.
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<div>She is always finding ways to care for her community - offering friendship, transportation, picking up groceries, etc.
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<div>She also supports the homeless in her community, facilitating their access to needed services, providing transportation, and some financial support. For example she helped a young pregnant woman get off the steeets and  into a program that is allowing her to keep and care for her baby while she learns the skills and obtains the housing she needs to provide for her child. Michelle continues to provide support to this young mother.
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<div>Her beloved 3 year old cat Moose had a medical emergency requiring several procedures and multi-night stays in a veterinary hospital. He already has charges over $7000 and will need more veterinary care. If he gets the care he needs and stays on a special diet he will have a long happy life. 
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Help the helper

<div>It is with great sadness that we share the tragic news of the death of Daisy "Caspian" Mary Sophie Hinton, age 16. Daisy left this world on February 11, 2023 from the Maples Adolescent Treatment Centre in Coquitlam BC after a battle with mental illness.
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<div>Daisy was born on October 18, 2006 at the Victoria General Hospital in Victoria BC to Liz and Chris Hinton. She lived with her family in West Kelowna and attended Rose Valley Pre-School, Rose Valley Elementary, Helen Gorman Elementary, Glenrosa Middle School and briefly the Westside Learning Centre.
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In memory of Daisy "Caspian" Hinton

<font color="#333333">Hello everyone, a few days ago a extremely upsetting and repulsive racist video was sent to the most beautiful 14 year old girl. The video was attacking her racially and mentally with multiple threats made. She has been in an ongoing battle with racism and mental health for a while now. This video was not only disgusting but extremely offensive and hurtful. The sigin family is one of the most caring giving amazing family I have ever met and if you knew them you would know they don’t deserve any of this. Nobody does. I created this GoFundMe page to help raise a college fund for this amazing girl and help and support her and her family with whatever they need. We would really appreciate anything you could help with whether it’s big or small. Thank you guys so much let’s make a change this time! :)</font>

Justice For The Sigin Family

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<p>As many of you know Dawn was in a biking accident a few weeks ago. She recently had a follow-up appointment with her doctor and was told she needs to stay off her leg, and in bed with it straight for a minimum of 3 months.
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<p>Many of you have already sent flowers, gifts, well wishes, etc. but a few of us wanted to give Dawn the gift of a clean home and clean laundry. The money donated here will go towards a cleaning person who will clean the home and take care of the laundry weekly until Dawn is able to get up and move around. If there is any extra money left over - it would be awesome to provide a few gift cards to their favorite restaurants so Dawn can focus on healing and Scott and Brennan can focus on taking care of Dawn.
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Home Support for Dawn

<p>On Monday, March 8, 2021 we lost Robert White, a wonderful friend, beloved colleague and tireless advocate of music and the arts across Canada.  Our love, prayers and deepest condolences to Pamela, Tim, Kathleen and the <span style="font-size:1.0625rem;">extended White family and friends. We grieve with you. Robert has gone home to be with the Lord, his "Master Artist". </span>
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<p>This GoFundMe page has been set up to help Pam and the White family with immediate funeral costs and living expenses moving forward.
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In Loving Memory of Robert White

<p><br /><br /><br />We are saddened and devastated on the news that was given to us this morning .<br />The loss of my sister and her husband were in a tragic car accident with there 3 <br />baby girls ages 1 ,3 , and 5 in who are in critical condition in the ICU leaving one in emergency surgery as of right now . They were on a drive to Newport CA to take <br />there kids to go see Christmas lights in their Christmas pajamas.<br />My sister and my brother in law were pronounced dead at the scene due to a DUI driver . We didn't expect any of this to happen . We are in shock ,and in a process of all medical expenses and looking into funeral expenses as well. We understand that we are all in a economic and pandemic crisis but anything would be greatly<br />appreciated even a share/repost to get the help that we need for my 3 nieces that are left without their parents. God Bless you all . Thank You for taking your time<br />in reading our story .<br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Estamos tristes y devastados por la noticia que se nos dio esta mañana. La pérdida de mi hermana y su esposo fueron en un trágico accidente automovilístico con 3 niñas de 1, 3 y 5 años que se encuentran en condición crítica en la UCI, dejando a una en cirugía de emergencia en este momento. Iban de camino a Newport CA <br />para llevar sus niñas a ver las luces navideñas con sus pijamas navideños. Mi <br />hermana y mi cuñado fueron declarados muertos en la escena debido a un <br />conductor de DUI. No esperábamos que sucediera nada de esto. Estamos en <br />estado de shock, y estamos en un proceso de todos los gastos médicos y también estamos investigando los gastos del funeral. Entendemos que todos estamos en <br />una crisis económica y pandémica pero cualquier cosa sería enormemente<br />Agradezco incluso compartir / volver a publicar para obtener la ayuda que <br />necesitamos para mis 3 sobrinas que se quedan sin sus padres. Dios los bendiga a todos . Gracias por tomarse su tiempo al leer nuestra historia.<br /><br /><br /><br />This is the link to my sister and her husbands tragic accident.<br /><br />Este es el link de el trágico accidente de mi hermana y su marido.<br /> <br /><br /> <a href="https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2020/12/09/couple-killed-their-3-young-children-critical-condition-dui-crash-newport-beach/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2020/12/09/couple-killed-their-3-young-children-critical-condition-dui-crash-newport-beach/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://losangeles.cbslocal.com/2020/12/09/couple-killed-their-3-young-children-critical-condition-dui-crash-newport-beach/</a></a> 
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Gabriela .A. and Henry .S. Expenses

I've done one Gofundme for bills, but now I have a much more urgent need.  I've been given dates of either November 17 or December 8 for my ear surgery, and while the hospital will work with me on payment arrangements due to being uninsured, I cannot even get scheduled for my ear surgery until I pay the doctor's office $2,000.  We are looking at all possible avenues but this is the most likely course.<br /><br />This surgery is the real deal.  I'm in a rough spot due to the fact that I cannot work full time due to vertigo and I can't get the vertigo and this issue fixed until I get the $2,000 paid to the doctor.  It's a tough situation, but one that I am hoping I can get some help with.  <br /><br />Thank you to everyone who donated before, but this is the main need right now and I cannot get healed until this is paid for.  Thank you in advance to anyone that can help.  It's funny in a way, but if every fan of Untitled Nerd Network donated a penny, I could get the surgery next week, but likely it's going to be December, because I don't see the money getting raised in this short a time.<br /><br />EDIT: Here is a link talking about what exactly the issue with my ear is:<br /><a href="https://med.stanford.edu/skullbasesurgery/conditions-we-treat/cholesteatoma.html" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://med.stanford.edu/skullbasesurgery/conditions-we-treat/cholesteatoma.html</a>

Cholesteatoma Surgery Fund

Want to join me in making a difference? I'm raising money to benefit Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Inc. (Tmcf), and any donation will help make an impact. Thanks in advance for your contribution to this cause that means so much to me.<br /><br />More information about Thurgood Marshall College Fund, Inc. (Tmcf): As the only national organization representing America's 47 publicly-supported Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs), and the nearly 300,000 students that attend them each year, TMCF's mission is to ensure student success by promoting educational excellence and preparing the next generation of workforce talent through leadership development.

College Fund for African American Students

Dear Friends, Family, Blue Family and Chamorro/Hawaii and Fitness Family/Community

We are starting this GoFundMe site to help support the family of Tiffany Enriquez. 


By now you may have heard the tragic news of the two Hawaii PD Officers (Officer Kalama and Officer Tiffany Enriquez) killed in the line of duty. Tiffany loved life, loved her family and her job as a police officer. She was a professional fitness athlete and a proud Island girl. She loved Hawaii and the community she served. At times like these, we know that our friends, extended families and communities are always willing to help. 


Tiffany's family needs your support to help pay for her funeral/memorial and travel expenses. The money will go straight to her family. 
The family has authorized me Carmen Cepeda Garza (her Auntie and is being assisted by her daughter in law Renee Garza) to humbly ask for this support. Our goal is to raise $10,000


Your support large or small would be greatly appreciated.

Tiffany Enriquez Ohana Fundraiser

Click onto link below to view our Team's World's FRC competition registration in Houston on 4.18 to 4.21.18<a href="https://frc-events.firstinspires.org/2018/team/3008" target="_blank"><br /><br />FRC World's competition Team Magma registration link<br /><br /></a> My name is Matthew Pokung and I am a member of the First Robotics Team 3008 Magma.  Our team recently went to the FRC Southern Cross regional in Sydney Australia. We won the "Engineering Inspiration" award for inspiring engineering to younger generations. This award qualifies our team for the World Championship in Houston Texas. <br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/28504158_15220085360_r.jpeg" alt="28504158_15220085360_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br /> <br />This is my first year on the team and I have filled it with learning and great experiences. In order to travel with the team to the competition, you have to show interest in the robot and the team, have a large amount of work time.  I've devoted all of my time to the team whether it be for outreach, demos, building, or competition. <br /><br /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/28504158_15220084680_r.jpeg" alt="28504158_15220084680_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /> <img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/28504158_15220089570_r.jpeg" alt="28504158_15220089570_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><br />The World Competition is from April 18-21. On the trip, we will not only be competing but exploring Houston, visiting other teams workshops, and attending all of FRC's events. With the support from you, I will be able to experience all of these amazing events and come closer to my dream of becoming an Astronaut.  <br /><br />Thank you for taking your time to read my page. I would be beyond grateful for any donation. Aloha all and Mahalo. <br /><br />Here are pictures of the team and robot during competition! <img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/28504158_15220099730_r.jpeg" alt="28504158_15220099730_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/28504158_15220100040_r.jpeg" alt="28504158_15220100040_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/28504158_15220100310_r.jpeg" alt="28504158_15220100310_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" /><img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/28504158_15220100540_r.jpeg" alt="28504158_15220100540_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />

Help Matthew goto Worlds in Houston

Aloha, I’m Kaiya, and I’m a eight grade student at SEEQS Charter Middle School in Honolulu, Hawaii. <br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/19527064_1500423087.866_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br /><br />I love living in Hawaii, and hanging out with my friends, and when it’s time to go back to school, I’m so lucky because I’m able to buy some new clothes, a great new backpack, new shoes and all those things that help give me confidence for the first few days back. <br /><br />But there are kids on Oahu who are not that fortunate, and that’s why I want to help. I think every kid deserves the opportunity to walk into school that first day feeling confident and happy. <br /><br />So here’s how I can help, and I hope you can help me! I want to raise 2,000 lbs of clothing and hold a pop-up back to school shopping event to help underserved school aged kids on Oahu. <br /><br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/19527064_1500423136.3607_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br /><a href="https://www.facebook.com/BackToSchoolHawaii/" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.facebook.com/BackToSchoolHawaii/</a><br /><br />There are so many different types of people living in Oahu. My school friends come from all over the world, but I have noticed there are more kids my age living without a lot of money, and unfortunately, some are homeless.<br /><br />I want to invite these kids to a fun event so they can enjoy a back to school shopping event. <br /><br />School starts on August seventh and I want to hold my back to school event on Saturday, August 5…An event with live music, shave ice, socializing and the opportunity to pick up 5 new back to school clothing items.<br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/19527064_1500423231.3639_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br />There is small cost $2, and is some kids can’t afford that, they’ll get in for free. <br /><br />I’m hoping to raise $1000 to cover the cost of setting up my non-profit foundation, to print postcards and flyers to hand out to businesses and individuals to create a website to promote this back to school shopping event, and to turn this inaugural event into an annual clothing drive.<br /><br /><img class="not-resizable" src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/19527064_1500423252.4939_funddescription.jpg" alt="" width="100%" /><br />My goal is to help Oahu kids in need feel confident and happy to be going back to school.<br /><br />I hope you can help me reach this important goal through your contributions to our non-profit foundation.<br /><br />Mahalo!<br /><br /><a href="http://www.hawaiinewsnow.com/story/35443933/back-to-school-hawaii-clothing-drive-for-underserved-middle-school-and-high-school-students-on-oahu" target="_blank">Watch Kaiya on Sunrise</a>

Back 2 School Hawaii Clothing Drive

Congress recently voted to strip Americans of their privacy rights by voting for SJR34, a resolution that allows Internet Service Providers to collect, and sell your sensitive data without your consent or knowledge. <br />Since Congress has made our privacy a commodity, let’s band together to buy THEIR privacy.<br /><br />This GoFundMe will pay to purchase the data of Donald Trump and every Congressperson who voted for SJR34, and to make it publicly available. <br /><br />PS: No, we won't "doxx" people. We will not share information that will impact the safety &amp; security of their families (such as personal addresses). However, all other details are fair game. It says so right in the resolution that they voted to approve. <br /><br />Game on, Congress.<br /><br />PS: Proceeds from this campaign will be used to buy Congress’ data once it becomes available. If that is impossible for any reason or if there is a surplus from this campaign, 100% of the balance of proceeds will go to the ACLU to help them continue to fight for our privacy rights.

Buy Congress' Internet Data

<p dir="ltr">In August, Ron was brought to the hospital with stomache pains.&#160; The doctors found a large mass within in his bowels.&#160; He was sent for emergency surgury to remove his bowels and give him a colostomy bag.&#160;&#160;&#160; While in the hospital he was informed that the Dr's had found mulitple organs with many masses within his body.&#160; He was diagnosed with stage 4 cancer and given weeks to live.&#160; <br>
The Dr's wanted him to go stay at Hospice, so he could be taken care of.&#160; He refused to go.&#160; He had to be home with his&#160; life partner of 30 years (Sandy),&#160; who last year suffered from a massive stroke.&#160; He was determined to go home and continue to care for her.&#160; Through the last 2 months, hes been far more concerned with her health and well being than his own.&#160; Even as his health was failing, needing a walker and wheelchair of his own, he was still up and making use of his walker to help walk his ailing partner across the room and to tend to her needs.
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<p dir="ltr">On Thanksgiving Monday, he collapsed at home and was taken back to the hosptial.&#160; The Dr's then told him he wouldnt be going home.&#160; He was transfered to paletive care and passed away peacefully on Wednesday afternoon.&#160; <br>
Unfortunatley, we've come to find out that he did not have any life insurance or coverage of any kind.&#160; For his courageous fight and tremendous courage during this time and selfless humanity he showed throughout this time, he deserves more than what we as a family can afford to do for him.&#160; The funeral home has qouted us $3000 for a one day showing and funeral service.&#160;&#160; We have until&#160;Monday to come up with the money to pay the funeral home.&#160;&#160; As with most situations like this, as a family we weren't prepared to handle this financially.&#160; Any help that anyone can offer would graciously be appreciated.<br>
Any money over and above what we need for the funeral service, will be put towards his headstone.&#160; At this time, we are only concerned with the funeral service itself.<br>
Thank you
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In Memory of Ronald E. Campbell

Jack Holder survived Pearl Harbor and the Battle of Midway. He's an American Hero, multiple times over. And he just lost $43,000 to scammers.<br /><br />I read <a href="http://www.azcentral.com/story/news/local/chandler/2016/05/26/arizona-world-war-2-veteran-hit-by-scammers/84614780/" target="_blank">this story</a> on AZCentral today and cannot sit by while this great man says he has lost his faith in humanity. Can you help me restore it for him? Let's show him that our community appreciates what Mr. Holder and ALL of the Greatest Generation did for us by replacing the money that he and his fiancee lost. <br /><br />Any gift is appreciated, no matter how small. As we get ready to honor our military this Memorial Day, put that honor into action, won't you?

WWII Vet Scammed- Making it Right

My baby boy Hunter Ortego tragically  passed away Nov 4, 2015.   He was only 17.  The funds raised will help with funeral costs and a celebration of life memorial service.

Hunter Ortego Memorial