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Help Rebuild After Fire & Honor Lucy's Memory

Help Rebuild After Fire & Honor Lucy's Memory
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Fundraising for

Hersha Family

Fundraising forHersha Family
Lisa Hersha

Lisa Hersha

Galion, Ohio

$2,265of $5,000 goal
50
Donors
13
Comments
5
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Donation protected
👍 0% fee

On October 19, 2026, my son, his wife, and their beautiful 4-year-old boy/girl twins had their entire world turned upside down.

What was supposed to be an exciting new chapter for this young family quickly turned into an unimaginable nightmare.

Just two days after moving into their new apartment in Powell Ohio, a devastating fire destroyed everything they owned.

They escaped with nothing but the clothes on their backs. No belongings. No furniture. No cherished keepsakes. No toys for their children. Nothing.

But they had each other, and for that, we are beyond thankful.

Sadly, their beloved cat, Lucy, wasn’t as fortunate. After suffering injuries in the fire, sweet Lucy passed away this morning. 💔🐾 She wasn’t just a pet. She was family, and losing her has made an already heartbreaking situation even more devastating.

In a matter of moments, this family lost everything they had worked so hard for, the place they had just begun calling home, and a beloved member of their family.

Now, instead of settling into their new apartment and making memories, they’re faced with finding another place to live and starting over with absolutely nothing.

They need to secure a new apartment, replace everyday necessities, furniture, clothing, and everything two little children need to feel safe and comfortable again.

As a mother and grandmother, it’s heartbreaking to watch the people you love experience something so devastating and know you can’t simply make it all better.

That’s why I’m reaching out and asking, from the bottom of my heart, for your kindness and support. ❤️

No donation is too small. Whether it’s $5, $10, or whatever you’re able to give, every dollar will help them find a new apartment, replace what was lost, and begin finding some sense of normalcy again.

If you’re unable to donate, please share their story. Sometimes a simple share can reach the very person who can make a difference.

They lost almost everything in a matter of moments. But with the kindness of others, they can begin putting the pieces of their lives back together.

Thank you for taking the time to read their story, for your prayers, your compassion, and for helping this family during one of the most difficult times of their lives.

🙏 Please donate if you can. Share if you can’t. Every little bit of kindness matters.

Anonymous

Anonymous

$200 • Recent donation

Anonymous

Anonymous

$200 • Top donation

Wes Nordstrom

Wes Nordstrom

$50 • First donation

Organizer

Lisa Hersha

Lisa Hersha is the organizer of this fundraiser

Help Rebuild After Fire & Honor Lucy's Memory
Help Rebuild After Fire & Honor Lucy's Memory — photo 2
Help Rebuild After Fire & Honor Lucy's Memory — photo 3
Lisa Hersha

Lisa Hersha

Galion, Ohio

Fundraising for

Hersha Family

Fundraising forHersha Family
Donation protected
👍 0% fee

On October 19, 2026, my son, his wife, and their beautiful 4-year-old boy/girl twins had their entire world turned upside down.

What was supposed to be an exciting new chapter for this young family quickly turned into an unimaginable nightmare.

Just two days after moving into their new apartment in Powell Ohio, a devastating fire destroyed everything they owned.

They escaped with nothing but the clothes on their backs. No belongings. No furniture. No cherished keepsakes. No toys for their children. Nothing.

But they had each other, and for that, we are beyond thankful.

Sadly, their beloved cat, Lucy, wasn’t as fortunate. After suffering injuries in the fire, sweet Lucy passed away this morning. 💔🐾 She wasn’t just a pet. She was family, and losing her has made an already heartbreaking situation even more devastating.

In a matter of moments, this family lost everything they had worked so hard for, the place they had just begun calling home, and a beloved member of their family.

Now, instead of settling into their new apartment and making memories, they’re faced with finding another place to live and starting over with absolutely nothing.

They need to secure a new apartment, replace everyday necessities, furniture, clothing, and everything two little children need to feel safe and comfortable again.

As a mother and grandmother, it’s heartbreaking to watch the people you love experience something so devastating and know you can’t simply make it all better.

That’s why I’m reaching out and asking, from the bottom of my heart, for your kindness and support. ❤️

No donation is too small. Whether it’s $5, $10, or whatever you’re able to give, every dollar will help them find a new apartment, replace what was lost, and begin finding some sense of normalcy again.

If you’re unable to donate, please share their story. Sometimes a simple share can reach the very person who can make a difference.

They lost almost everything in a matter of moments. But with the kindness of others, they can begin putting the pieces of their lives back together.

Thank you for taking the time to read their story, for your prayers, your compassion, and for helping this family during one of the most difficult times of their lives.

🙏 Please donate if you can. Share if you can’t. Every little bit of kindness matters.

Organizer

Lisa Hersha

Lisa Hersha is the organizer of this fundraiser

$2,265of $5,000 goal
50Donors
13Comments
5Shares
Anonymous

Anonymous

$200 • Recent donation

Anonymous

Anonymous

$200 • Top donation

Wes Nordstrom

Wes Nordstrom

$50 • First donation

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