Dear Friends, Family, and Community,

I am reaching out to you today on behalf of my sister Katie, brother in-law Drew and their household. They have been married 22 years with four beautiful children (ages 12, 14, 16, and 19), two of whom have special needs and navigate life with autism.

Over the last 15 years, life has thrown many challenges their way. Managing a large household, balancing the intense day-to-day demands of special needs care, and navigating financial hardships have taken a heavy toll. Over time, overwhelming clutter accumulated in their home, making everyday tasks difficult.

Recently, the family experienced a major wake-up call: a small electrical fire broke out in the home. Thankfully, the physical damage to the structure was minimal, and everyone made it out completely safe. However, the incident brought the living conditions to the attention of local county officials. To ensure a safe, healthy environment for the children, the county has mandated that the home must be thoroughly cleaned out and decluttered immediately.

The family has already rolled up their sleeves and begun the monumental task of clearing things out, but the sheer volume of 15 years of accumulation is too much for them to handle alone. For the safety of the kids and the long-term well-being of the parents, it has been strongly recommended that they hand this job over to biohazard and professional hoarder-cleanup crews who can handle it safely and efficiently.

How the Funds Will Be Used:

We are incredibly grateful that the county has agreed to provide the dumpsters, which will significantly reduce the cost of hauling everything away. However, hiring a professional crew to sort, sanitize, and clear out the home is an immense expense that this family simply cannot afford right now on top of their existing financial struggles.

Every dollar raised through this campaign will go directly toward:

1. Professional Cleanup Labor: Paying the crew to safely empty and clean the home so it meets county safety standards.
2. Immediate Family Needs: Any funds remaining after the cleanup crew is paid will be used entirely to provide groceries, clothing, and immediate daily essentials to support the family during this chaotic transition.

This is more than just a house cleaning; it is a desperate lifeline to keep this family together, safe, and moving forward. We want to give these four kids and their parents the clean, stress-free environment and the fresh start they truly deserve.

If you are able to donate, no amount is too small, and every single penny helps. If you cannot donate financially, we completely understand and ask that you please share this link with your network and keep this family in your thoughts and prayers.

Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for your kindness, generosity, and compassion.