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<div>Starting over in LA, I was ecstatic to be in a new place with a fresh start...
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<div>But on night one, I became increasingly frustrated at my upstairs neighbor.
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<div>I couldn't understand how one person could possibly make that much noise. Some days, it genuinely sounded like someone was bowling!
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<div>And then one day, I saw her.
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<div>An incredibly frail, almost-87-year-old woman shakily making her way down the stairs, struggling just to take out her recycling.
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<div>Her name is Carole.
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<div>And suddenly, every noise I'd been complaining about sounded completely different.
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<div>I took it upon myself to learn my neighbor's story. Carole lives alone and has Parkinson's Disease; come to find out, the sounds I had initially interpreted as an inconsiderate neighbor was an elderly woman simply trying to navigate her home &amp; her life independently.
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<div>Talk about being humbled!
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<div>So instead of complaining about the noise, I started listening.
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<div>I started taking out Carole's trash twice a week. Once a week, I cook for her and we spend some time together. And somewhere between trash bags, meals, &amp; conversations, the 85-year-old woman upstairs stopped being "my loud neighbor."
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<div>She became Carole.
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<div>And then something happened that neither of us could have anticipated.
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<div>I shared our story online.
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<div>In a matter of days, millions of people watched it... and thousands of complete strangers began asking me the exact same question:
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<div>"How can we help Carole?"
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<div>At first, I didn't have an answer.
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<div>Now I do.
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<div>This is where my story ends and Carole's begins.
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<div>Because the more I've gotten to know the woman living above me, the more I've learned about the life she's lived, what she's survived, &amp; what life looks like for her today.
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<div>Carole currently survives on Social Security &amp; SNAP benefits while also receiving Medicaid coverage. And despite the assistance available to her, there are very real needs in her home &amp; daily life that simply aren't being met.
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<div>When I shared that reality, thousands of you didn't just leave kind comments.
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<div>You asked if you could buy make her meals.
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<div>You asked if you could clean her apartment.
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<div>You offered groceries, consultations, weekly visits, special self-care treatments, financial assistance... &amp; more kindness than either of us knew what to do with.
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<div>So after taking time to figure out how to do this responsibly, this fundraiser is our answer.
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<div>Maybe the woman upstairs didn't need me to complain less… maybe she just needed someone downstairs to look up.
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<div>**Note: a full itemized list of good &amp; services with prices will be listed here as I purchase them for my girl so that y’all know exactly what your donations are going to! Updates will of course be provided on Instagram @omgitsheidiii ✨
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Help Carole Live With Comfort & Dignity at 87

<p>I’m Maria Shanley, and I’m standing with Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida because hunger does not take a summer break. I’ve seen how long school vacations can mean empty lunchboxes and stressed parents who stretch every dollar to keep their families fed. I want to help make sure kids, families, and seniors in our community have reliable access to nutritious food all season long.</p>
<p>Second Harvest’s work creates hope and nourishes lives through a powerful hunger relief network. Their team partners with schools, meal programs, and local agencies to reach people where they are, multiply community generosity, and deliver food that supports good health. When donors step up, the impact is real: children get meals to fuel learning and play, parents breathe easier, and seniors keep their dignity and strength.</p>
<p>I’m raising funds because every donation helps Second Harvest keep shelves stocked and programs running through the summer and beyond. Your gift will go directly to putting nourishing food into hands and homes across Central Florida, and will help build a stronger, more caring community for all of us.</p>
<p>Please join me in supporting Second Harvest Food Bank of Central Florida. Your donation, no matter the size, will make a difference. Give today to help ensure nobody in our community goes hungry this summer.</p>

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<div>On June 17, our family received the devastating news that <strong>Jon has been diagnosed with stage 4 pancreatic cancer.</strong>
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<div>Jon is my brother-in-law, my husband’s brother, and someone our whole family loves deeply.
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<div>Jon is only 38. He is engaged to Beka, and together they have a beautiful 11-month-old son, Harry. They will be getting married on July 6, surrounded by the people who love them most, while facing circumstances no family should ever have to imagine.
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<div>The cancer has spread to multiple parts of Jon’s body, and his doctors in the UK have explained that the treatment options available to him are limited. While treatment may help give him more time, it cannot cure the disease.
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<div>A UK fundraiser already exists to support Jon, Beka, and Harry through the immediate financial impact of this diagnosis. This US fundraiser has been created for American friends and family who have asked how they can help, with a specific focus on <strong>getting Jon evaluated in the United States.</strong>
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<div>There are treatment options and clinical trials running in the US that are not currently available in the UK. Pursuing those options is incredibly expensive, but we want Jon to have every possible chance to be evaluated by specialists and explore whether any of these treatments could be available to him.
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<div>Funds raised may help with specialist consultations, medical testing, travel, accommodation, insurance-related expenses, and treatment costs if an option becomes available.
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<div>I will be receiving the funds on Jon’s behalf and coordinating payments directly for US evaluations, consultations, travel, and related medical expenses. This is to help make the process as simple and immediate as possible for Jon, Beka, and our family during an incredibly difficult time.
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<div>We know there are no guarantees. But Jon is 38, about to marry the love of his life, and has a baby boy who needs his dad. <strong>If there is any chance of finding more time, more options, or more hope, we want to help him pursue it.</strong>
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<div>Every donation will go toward helping Jon seek evaluation and potential treatment options in the US. If any funds are not used for medical care, travel, or treatment-related expenses, they will be placed into a fund for Harry’s future.
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<div>Please donate if you are able, and share this page with anyone who may want to support Jon, Beka, and Harry.
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<div>Thank you for standing with our family and helping us hold onto hope.
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Hope for Jon: Exploring Treatment Options in the US

<div>Today, I had a DoorDash delivery from an elderly woman who had only recently started delivering as a way to earn extra income. When Karyn Domingue arrived, there had been a mix-up with my order, and she was visibly overwhelmed, shaken up, and emotional. Even though the issue wasn’t entirely her fault, she went above and beyond to make it right. Her kindness, effort, and determination in that moment really stuck with me. It was heartbreaking to realize that someone at her stage in life feels the need to DoorDash just to help cover living expenses. No one who has spent a lifetime working should have to take on physically demanding gig work just to get by. I’m starting this fundraiser to help ease some of her financial burden and, hopefully, give her a little breathing room — whether that means helping with groceries, utilities, rent, or simply allowing her to step back from delivery work. If her story moves you, please consider donating any amount. Even small contributions can add up to make a real difference. If you’re unable to donate, sharing this fundraiser with others in our community would mean just as much. Let’s come together to show that kindness and support still matter.
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Support for Elderly DoorDash Delivery Woman

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<div>Last night, something simple turned into something really special, and we can’t stop thinking about it.
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<div>On a busy Friday night, we ordered dinner from Domino’s, along with a Diet Coke. While we were waiting, we got a voicemail from our delivery driver, Dan, letting us know they were out of Diet Coke… but he’d gladly bring something else if we let him know what we wanted.
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<div>He apologized again for the inconvenience and then told us… he had stopped at the store himself to pick up Diet Coke for us.
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<div>On a busy Friday night. During deliveries. Completely out of his own time and effort.
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<div>We were honestly blown away. That level of care and kindness is rare these days.
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<div>We wanted to tip him more, but didn’t have cash on hand. We told him we’d call the store to leave a glowing review and come back with a cash tip.
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<div>That’s when Dan shared something that made this moment even more meaningful:
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<div>He’s been working at Domino’s as a second job for 14 years… and he’s retiring in just a few weeks.
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<div>So here’s what we’re hoping to do.
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<div>TikTok loved Dan’s story, and suggested we come together to give him the send-off he deserves. If a small act of kindness can make such an impact on us, imagine what a community of people can do for him.
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<div>Let’s show Dan that his kindness didn’t go unnoticed.
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<div>Let’s help him step into retirement feeling appreciated, supported, and celebrated.
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<div>Every little bit helps, and even if you can’t donate, sharing this story means just as much.
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Tip for Dan the Pizza Man’s Retirement

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<div>For millions of Americans, one unexpected crisis—such as a lost job, an unexpected medical bill, or a broken-down car—spells disaster. Roughly <a href="https://institute.bankofamerica.com/content/dam/economic-insights/paycheck-to-paycheck-lower-income-households.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">45</a>%<a href="https://institute.bankofamerica.com/content/dam/economic-insights/paycheck-to-paycheck-lower-income-households.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">of Americans live paycheck to paycheck</a>, and more than a quarter <a href="https://www.bankrate.com/banking/savings/emergency-savings-report/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">have no emergency savings</a>. In these circumstances, even a small amount of flexible financial support can determine whether a family weathers the storm or falls into deeper hardship.
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<div>Launched in 2020, the Essentials Fund was created to support Americans asking for help on the GoFundMe platform with a one-time emergency cash grant made as a surprise donation to their fundraiser.
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<div>Grantees of the Essentials Fund are most often individuals who, through no fault of their own, have experienced an unexpected crisis and are suddenly unable to cover critical expenses like food, housing, or utilities.
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<div><a href="https://www.gofundme.org/blog/francescos-story-essentials-fund-grantee/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Read one grantees story</a> or learn about the <a href="https://www.gofundme.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/GoFundMe.org_Essentials_Fund_FY27.pdf" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">fund's past impact</a>.
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<div>To date, the Essentials Fund has raised over $3 million and provided direct support to more than 7,500 individuals and households in need.
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<div><strong>Why donate? </strong>
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<div>Via this Fund, GoFundMe.org provides swift support directly to people asking for help—almost dollar for dollar.* Donations to this fund are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by U.S. law. We’ll send you a receipt upon donation completion and keep you updated on the impact of your donation.
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<div><strong>Donate with confidence</strong>
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<div>The GoFundMe Giving Guarantee provides a full refund for up to a year in the rare case something isn't right.
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<div><strong>Learn more</strong>
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<div><em>To donate via DAF, please select the DAF Pay option as the payment method once you click “donate now” on this page. If you would like to donate to this Fund via stock, ACH/wire, crypto, check, or by Private Foundation please visit our offline donations page and we will add your donation to this fund as an offline donation so that your contribution is recognized on this Fund page.</em>
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<div><em>Donations to this fund are tax-deductible to the extent permissible by U.S. law. Money will be given to verified charitable needs at the discretion of GoFundMe.org.</em>
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<div>Three years ago, I was accepted into my dream school Spelman College, the #1 HBCU in the nation for 18 years and counting. At the time, I was awarded just $1,000 in aid. As a student from a single-parent household, I knew this wouldn’t be enough to make Spelman possible.
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<div>Determined not to let finances get in the way of my education, I applied for more than 40 scholarships. I didn’t receive any of them. So I started a GoFundMe campaign, and thanks to the kindness of friends, family, and complete strangers, I raised over $30,000 to support my first year. Then something incredible happened Spelman reached out and offered me the Morgan Stanley Scholarship, a need-based award that covers my tuition, on campus room and board, and meals.
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<div>This scholarship changed my life. Because of it, I’ve been able to attend Spelman debt-free while focusing on academics and preparing for my future as a physician. In gratitude, I used most of the original GoFundMe donations to help other students facing financial barriers, and the rest went toward essential academic expenses that my scholarship did not cover.
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<div>Now, as I enter my senior year in August, I’ve hit an unexpected roadblock. Due to housing changes and circumstances that are beyond my control, I am no longer able to reside on campus. While my scholarship continues to cover tuition and school-related fees, it does not extend to off-campus living expenses such as rent, groceries, transportation, and senior-related costs like club dues and graduation fees.
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<div>I need to raise $3,500 by August 1 to cover my living expenses and stay on track for graduation, with hopes to meet full goal by graduation in May 2026. Every dollar raised will go directly toward covering my off-campus housing, transportation and senior year needs.
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<div>That’s why I’ve launched this new campaign “Help Me Cross the Finish Line.” Spelman has given me so much, and I’m so close to completing this journey. Your support whether through a donation or sharing this campaign means the world.
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<div>I’ve accomplished so many things and have continued to give back through book drives, movie screenings, advocacy work and volunteer along with completing my studies. Now I need your help to cross the final finish line.
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<div>I appreciate your support in helping me finish my undergrad journey strong. Please donate if you can, or share with your network to help me reach my goal!
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<div>Lastly, be sure to follow me on social media under Astronaut StarBright to see all that I have been up to and what the next journey will bring!
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Help StarBright Cross the Finish Line

<div>This fundraiser is to support Whitney Decker with expenses and legal costs following the tragic loss of her three daughters, Paityn, Evelyn, and Olivia.
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<div>On May 30th, the girls were reported missing after a scheduled visitation with their father. We are heartbroken to share that the girls have since passed. Their light touched so many, and the pain of this loss is immeasurable.
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<div>I’ve known Whitney for years, we're both dance moms and theater friends. We originally met through Short Shakespeareans, where I serve as the music director and had the privilege of teaching Whitney’s girls over the past few years. We’ve spent this year as dance moms together, with my daughter Maisy and Whitney’s daughter Evelyn both performing on the Fabulous Feet Dance Rockstars team.
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<div>Funds raised will go directly to Whitney to help cover final expenses, support time off from work, and give her space to heal without financial pressure.
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<div>All donations made here will go directly to Whitney to support her needs during this time. There is no set goal, anything you are able to contribute is deeply appreciated.
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<div><strong>Please respect Whitney’s privacy at this time. She is not open to media contact and future updates from her or the family will be shared here.</strong>
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<div>Thank you for keeping Whitney and her girls in your hearts.
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Support Whitney Decker

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<div>Adam, Natalie, Aaron (6), and Eliza (3) had built a beautiful life for themselves in Altadena, California. Not all of it went up in smoke when the Eaton Fire destroyed their home on January 8th. They safely evacuated LA together with a few valuables, documents, and most importantly, each other.
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<div>What can’t be replaced are the strawberries and tomatoes that grew in the garden behind their little green house on Olive Avenue... The smell of lavender that greeted you when you pulled up to their walkway… The brilliant pink and orange sunsets that could be seen through the living room window… The mountain skyline that seemed to snuggle their neighborhood or the sweet memories they made there.
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<div>Adam and Natalie want you to know that they know how blessed and resourced they are to be surrounded by love, family (and hopefully a fair insurance settlement) and hope you feel no obligation to support them directly. As they grieve the loss of the entire physical community of Altadena, one of the oldest in LA, and wish that you consider donating to the <a href="https://hcb.hackclub.com/donations/start/malan" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Mutual Aid Los Angeles Network</a> , the <a href="https://supportlafd.kindful.com/?campaign=1040812" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">LAFD Foundation</a> , <a href="https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-CDL-employees-after-the-eaton-fire?attribution_id=sl:59413510-aa83-459d-b291-a36e284d444b&amp;utm_campaign=natman_sharesheet_dash&amp;utm_medium=customer&amp;utm_source=copy_link" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Cafe de Leche Employee’s GoFundMe</a> , or the <a href="https://pasadena.fcsuite.com/erp/donate/create/fund?funit_id=6192" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Pasadena Community Foundation’s Eaton Canyon Fire </a> Relief &amp; Recovery Fund.
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<div>On Tuesday, January 7, the Greenhouses were in the midst of their evening routine in their “green house” as they tracked the developments of the Eaton Fire which broke out less than 5 miles from their home. By 8 p.m., evacuation orders were in place for neighboring areas in Altadena (&lt;2 miles from their home). As the lights flickered, Adam and Natalie decided to pack up some essential belongings and relocate to Natalie’s parents’ home in Eagle Rock for the night expecting an evacuation order to come at some point (because of the smoke…to not burden resources…not imagining that the fire would consume whole blocks of their community). Thankfully, Natalie gathered her heirloom jewelry and some of Adam’s most sentimental things were in storage elsewhere.
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Help the Greenhouse Family Rebuild after the Eaton Fire

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<div>For 42 years, David’s Shoe &amp; Watch Repair was a fixture in the west village — a quiet, dependable corner of Hudson Street where people brought their worn soles, busted zippers, and broken watches. David was more than a repairman — he was part of the fabric of the community. Always kind, always hardworking, and always ready to help anyone who walked in the door.
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<div>Things started to unravel during COVID. Like so many small businesses, David’s shop shut down in March 2020. He stayed closed for six months and struggled to rebuild. “I didn’t have enough business for almost a year,” he told one reporter. “So the bills piled up to $65,000.” He applied for for a BVP loan. "I got only $1,500 which is nothing, but I gave [it] to them,” said David.
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<div>After a year of struggling, David’s business went back to normal. However, the management attempted to evict David at the beginning of 2024. They wanted the $65,000 David owed and they took him to court. The court decided that David was to pay a 10% increase in rent until his lease ended.
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<div>“My rent used to be $4,200. The judge said to pay $5,000 until my lease ended on June 30. They [the management] don’t want [to renew the lease]. They don’t want to even talk to me,” said David.
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<div>David had hoped to pass the shop on to his son, but instead he’s now packing up decades of memories and trying to figure out what comes next.
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<div>This GoFundMe is for whatever that next chapter becomes. We want to make sure he and his wife have the support they need — because for 42 years, David showed up for New York. He loves working &amp; being part of the community. David Solovyov is able to continue his service to the community by receiving or delivering customers’ items from his car. He parks his wagon opposite his former storefront on 508 Hudson Street, on Sundays 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM. You can also reach him at [phone redacted].
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<div>If you’ve ever crossed paths with David — or just believe in good people getting the support they deserve — please consider donating. Every bit helps. Let’s give back to someone who gave so much.
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<div>Per request of David and his son Levy, I am withdrawing the donations and delivering to them via check outside of GoFundMe. Thank you for everyone for this journey &amp; their donations! 
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