Our family is reaching out with heavy hearts after the devastating flooding in Uvalde forever changed my brother Ted Sanford and his wife Ann's lives.

The flood caused severe damage to Ted and Ann's family home. In addition to their home, two mobile homes on their property were destroyed beyond repair and a total loss. One of these had previously been home to Ann's mother before she passed away several years ago, making this loss especially heartbreaking. Those rentals provided an important source of retirement income, and with their loss, the family is now facing not only the cost of rebuilding but also the loss of income they depended on. Like many families in the area, they did not have flood insurance, leaving them to face these overwhelming losses on their own.

Ted and Ann are both in their 70s, and what should be a time focused on enjoying retirement has instead become a season of uncertainty, loss, and the enormous challenge of rebuilding after a disaster.

Anyone who knows Ted knows he has always been the first to lend a hand. Whether helping family, friends, or neighbors, he has spent his life showing up for others without expecting anything in return. Today, it's our turn to show up for him.

Your donation will help Ted and Ann recover by replacing essential belongings, repairing their home where possible, replacing a vehicle and other necessities lost in the flood, helping with debris removal and cleanup, and bridging the financial gap created by the loss of their rental income.

If you're unable to give, we completely understand. Sharing this fundraiser with your friends and family and keeping Ted and Ann in your prayers is another meaningful way to help.

Every donation—large or small—is deeply appreciated and will make a real difference.

Thank you for your kindness, generosity, and prayers.