Paris Hilton

Jimmy  Darts

Flavor Flav

SB Mowing

Kalina Silverman / @makebigtalk on Instagram

The Dogist

Patriotic Kenny Foundation

Pattie Gonia

Little Miss Flint

Carlos Eduardo Espina

Samuel Weidenhofer

Ben Saunders - Flawless Cleaning

Peter Bond

That Good News Girl

Ask Uncle Jack

Amy Jandrisevits

FowlMouthFarmer

Tess Bohne

Latonja and Taylor Richardson

Officer Richard Craig

<div>For generations, South Bushwick Church has been a place of faith, hope, healing, and community in Brooklyn.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Following a devastating fire by arson on June 19, 2026, our beloved church sanctuary has been destroyed. While we are grateful that no lives were lost, the loss of our worship space and ministry center has deeply impacted our congregation and neighborhood.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>South Bushwick Church has served as more than a building. It has been a home for worship, prayer, youth programs, community outreach, food assistance, pastoral care, and countless life-changing moments.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Today, we are asking for your support as we begin the long journey of recovery, rebuilding, and redevelopment of a permanent place of worship and community ministry on Bushwick Avenue.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>As we work with architects, engineers, community partners and other professionals, we are evaluating the safest, most financially responsible and most sustainable path forward. This may include restoration or reconstruction of the historic church, or a redevelopment partnership through which a new permanent South Bushwick Church sanctuary and community ministry facility would be constructed as part of a larger project.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Regardless of the final construction approach, our goal remains the same: South Bushwick Church will continue its ministry and seek to establish a permanent worship and community home for generations to come.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Funds raised through this campaign will support the church's fire recovery and rebuilding efforts, including planning, professional services, site preparation, restoration/reconstruction, development of a permanent sanctuary and ministry facility, and related rebuilding expenses.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>We are grateful for every person who is helping South Bushwick rise from the ashes. This fire has ignited a fire within us.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Thank you for your prayers, generosity, and support.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>With gratitude,
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Rev. Dr. James E. Steward II
</div>
<div>Pastor, South Bushwick Church
</div>

Help Rebuild South Bushwick Church After Devastating Fire!

<div>On June 4, 2026, what was meant to be a special family outing during a work trip to Montana turned into a life-changing event.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>While attending a conference, Deena took her family to experience the beauty of Glacier National Park. During the visit, Deena and her son, Kallen, were involved in an e-bike accident.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Deena suffered catastrophic injuries. She broke her leg, both wrists, her chin completely in half, her jaw on both sides, her maxilla, her nose, lots of bruising, and suffered a minor brain bleed. She also suffered severe dental trauma and now faces a long road of surgeries, medical procedures, rehabilitation, and recovery. The physical pain is immense, but the emotional and financial burden on the family is equally overwhelming.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>If you know Deena, you know she is one of the strongest, hardest-working, and most compassionate people you could ever meet. She is the person who shows up for others without hesitation, offers encouragement when it's needed most, and gives endlessly of herself to her family, friends, and community. Now, she needs us!
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>The Gage family has already endured more than their share of challenges. In recent years, they have faced ongoing medical hardships, including Kallen's recent diagnosis of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS). For which he missed most of his 2nd half of high school. In 2024, Scott suffered a compound tib/fib break while also navigating life with Persistent Postural-Perceptive Dizziness (PPPD). He is still recovering with physical therapy. Through every obstacle, they have remained resilient, faithful, and determined.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>As Deena undergoes multiple surgeries and countless medical appointments, the family will be juggling travel expenses, medical bills, lost income, rehabilitation costs, and the day-to-day challenges of caring for one another during this difficult season. Deena is the sole income provider for her family due to her husband's medical condition.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>We are asking for your help. No gift is too small. Every donation, every share, and every prayer will make a difference.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Most importantly, please pray for Deena. Pray for healing, comfort, strength, and relief from pain. Pray for wisdom for her medical team and for peace for the entire Gage family.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Thank you for surrounding this family with love, support, and hope during one of the most challenging times of their lives.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Together, we can help carry the Gages through this journey. ❤️
</div>

Support Deena Gage & Family Through an Unimaginable Journey

<div>Meenah &amp; Daniel Thomas, Kaleb, Korey, and Kylee tragically lost their home on March 10th to a devastating fire. It is a complete loss, including a vehicle. Our hearts are broken for them but we know everything in this world is replaceable. If you can make a donation, we can get them on their feet again. We believe in community! If you aren’t able to give, please pray with us that their new chapter is a season is healing and smooth transitions.
</div>
<div>If you know the Thomases, you know that they are both teachers, and are beacons in this community. They volunteer countless hours in the NC Ranger Boys and Youth Programs. Their house is a safe haven for teens.  They would give you the shirt off their backs and the food on their table. Let’s bless them back when they need it most.
</div>

Help the Thomas Family Rebuild After Fire

<p class="p1" style="margin-bottom:3px;font-size:28px;line-height:normal;"><span class="s1" style="font-weight:bold;"><font color="#333333">This is the most vulnerable and humbling thing I have done. I’m typically the I can do this myself kind of person but that hasn’t been working so well for me lately. Those close to me know that I have struggled with an eating disorder, PTSD, anxiety and depression, but I still keep these things mostly to myself. The last year has taken a toll on me as I know it has many people. I have found it incredibly difficult to pull myself out of this on my own and </font>I am needing to go back into treatment. In order to do so<font color="#333333">,</font> I am needing to cover my out of pocket maximum for insurance. I am trying to get to $4000, this will get me in the door. With where am at currently, I am really scared of what happens if I don’t go. </span>
</p>
<p class="p1" style="margin-bottom:3px;font-size:28px;line-height:normal;"><span class="s1" style="font-weight:bold;">This is really hard for me to do. Excruciating. To ask for help. To share with others the depth of my struggle. To admit that I have reached the point where I cannot do this on my own. I thought I would be better by now, but here I am. Still struggling with a disease that threatens to take my life, and claims a bit more each time that she decides to rear her ugly head. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>Health cannot solely be determined by the number you see on the scale, the size of the clothes that cover your body, or by what your average resting heart rate is through the day. I once bought into that line of thought early on in my disease. I thought if I exercised enough and cut certain things from my diet I could reach my goal. That reaching my goal meant that I was worthy, valuable, acceptable, and as long as I followed the rules I would be healthy. Somewhere along the line, the goal of a specific size disappeared but instead what appeared in its place was fear. Fear of losing control over the one thing in my life that I felt like was in my control when everything else felt so out of control, overwhelming, and unobtainable. But I’m beginning to see, that I am out of control, it is Anorexia that has taken over the running of my life. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>I have an out patient team growing with concern as they witness my decline. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>As much as I want to deny it and say it isn’t true, they are right. The numbers do not lie. Average resting heart rate during the day is mid 40s to low 50s. Which means my heart rate likely drops to the 30s when I am asleep which probably puts me at risk for not getting enough oxygenated blood through my body.  </span>
</p>
<p class="p2" style="margin-bottom:3px;font-size:28px;line-height:normal;min-height:36.2px;"><span class="s1" style="font-weight:bold;"></span><br />
</p>
<p class="p1" style="margin-bottom:3px;font-size:28px;line-height:normal;"><span class="s1" style="font-weight:bold;">Without actually stating my weight, according to the bmi charts, I fall into the underweight category… My lowest number as an adult. To see the number on the scale does not bring any satisfaction but fear that this is the time that Anorexia achieves her goal in taking everything that I have. It’s a somber feeling I have when I can truly see myself. I live in chronic pain and constant fatigue. Heart palpitations if I exert myself too much and loss of strength. I can’t make this comprehendible for those who don’t know what it’s like. Fighting so many battles in my head. Why I can’t just do the thing. Because of this, I am hesitant to say what is going on if I am asked. I have pushed so many people away by shutting myself out, believing that I don’t deserve their time, or questioning why they would even want to know me. My eating disorder thrives on isolation. Losing the connections I felt that I had before has been truly detrimental and I know I am to blame for not reaching out. Shame is a powerful beast. I lost the music, the one thing I always clung to during hills and valleys. <span class="Apple-converted-space"> </span>It was my voice… I have heard so many times that recovery is possible and I truly want to believe those who say that it is. So maybe I can find it (my voice) again. But I have the fear of what if it’s not? What if it’s not possible for me?But instead of letting myself succumb to this disease, I am fighting for a chance to get better. Fighting for hope and clinging to the thread that exists. Maybe this is the universe’s way of testing me in one of the areas I fight… asking for and accepting help.<font color="#333333"> I feel so unworthy of it, but yet maybe I am meant to take a leap of faith and step into the dark that there’s help and healing  for me as long as I don’t give up and keep fighting. I have come so far and done so much work already, I hope that one day I will be able to use my story to help and encourage others. I am truly indebted to those who have helped me along the way. </font>If you can help me in any way, please know that it will be greatly appreciated. </span>
</p>

Please help me reach for recovery

<div>On Sunday, September 26, 2021, Riley and his parents, Rob and Pam Stephens, were involved in a small airplane crash at a private landing strip in Billings, Montana. Rob and Pam did not survive, but Riley made it out of the plane and was rushed to the hospital, where he was life-flighted to Salt Lake City’s University of Utah burn unit, accompanied by his brother, Steele.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>Riley sustained burns on 70% of his body, The doctors believe his chances of survival are 50/50. He has been sedated to help with his pain. On Monday, September 27, he went in for his first surgical procedure for the debridement of his hands, which sustained the worst damage. He responded well to the procedure.
</div>
<div>He will likely have more surgeries this week. The family has been advised to take each day as it goes. If he survives this week, he will have a lengthy recovery journey ahead of him (3 months at least). We have gathered with friends and family in SLC to await these important days. Please pray for Riley’s full recovery, physically, mentally, and spiritually.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>We are asking for donations to help cover medical expenses, travel expenses, accommodation arrangements, and all other necessary expenses for Riley, Steele, and Piper during this time. We appreciate any and all help we can get.
</div>
<div><br />
</div>
<div>We will also be using Caring Bridge to keep people updated with news as we have it.
</div>
<div>Thank you for keeping Riley, Steele, and Piper in your prayers.
</div>
<div>Visit Riley's Site: <a href="https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/rileystephens" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener"><a href="https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/rileystephens" target="_blank" class="" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">https://www.caringbridge.org/visit/rileystephens</a></a>
</div>
<div>Site Name: rileystephens
</div>

Help Support the Stephens Family

<p>Our beautiful  Heidi Russo-Roberts  was suddenly taken to be with the lord on Wednesday, August 25th  2021. 
</p>
<p>Friends, Family, and loved ones around the community have been reaching out and asking how they can help and support the Boys. 
</p>
<p><br />
</p>
<p>The overwhelming amount of support already is a true testament to her character and who she really was. I know that any amount will help with her celebration of life, medical expenses, and provide support for her three Amazing Boys, who were truly her whole world.
</p>
<p><br />
</p>
<p>Heidi was an Amazing Teacher, friend, and mostly a loving and caring mother. She was a friend to all and more so, a giving and loving heart in any condition. She will be dearly missed and never forgotten.  Her legacy will be carried on through her children and the lives she touched daily through her passion of impacting lives. Our family thanks everyone already for all the love, support and prayers that have already been sent.
</p>
<p><br />
</p>
<p><br />
</p>
<p><br />
</p>
<p><br />
</p>

Help With Heidi’s Celebration of Life

We suddenly lost Jenny Todd's husband Mark today.  He leaves behind Jenny, a dedicated elementary music teacher and 3 young boys, Sean 11 years old, Ian 9 years old, and Collin age 4.  He was a wonderful father, devoted husband, and great friend to many.  He will be greatly missed and we will all feel this loss.  Please help us support Jenny and her boys during this heartbreaking time.  If you are unable to donate, please share this post so that others may see and help if they are able to.  Please also keep Jenny and her family in your hearts and prayers.  Thank you.

Help Jenny Todd and her Family

<img src="https://d2g8igdw686xgo.cloudfront.net/48302970_1590430622184246_r.jpeg" alt="48302970_1590430622184246_r.jpeg" width="100%" media_type="3" />Over a year ago on the morning of March 15, 2019 Kirstin was in a car accident on the way to work.  She went through south and north bound traffic (8 lanes) getting hit twice and finally landing in the fence on the other side of the freeway.  Her airbags did not deploy and she was tossed around inside the car hitting her head several times.  When she was found she was unconscious and on the passenger side floor.   She was released from the hospital with cuts and bruises and no mention to watch for signs of concussion.  Two CT scans, physical therapy, and months later we were still trying to figure out why she was not improving.  She finally got an MRI showing that she had a defuse axonal injury across the white matter of her brain.  She was sent to a neurologist and an neuropsychologist.  Finally, her neurologist sent her to the Amen Clinic founded by Dr. Amen (who wrote Change Your Brain, Change Your Life).  The subsequent brain scans and treatment prescribed is NOT covered by her insurance.  Furthermore she has not been able to work and Disability has turned her down because they say she will recover.  We hope this treatment will heal her brain, but don't have the funds to cover the series of 3D brain scans and treatment.  The costs for this is over $5000 along with the need to travel to the Bay Area for treatment incurring travel and hotel stay costs.  If you find it in your heart and pocketbook to help this kindhearted young lady, we could really use the help.  Thank you in advance!

Shelley Harrington