For years, Brad helped care for his mom, Linda, often traveling two hours to her home whenever she needed him. In November 2010, Brad’s brother passed away. 19 days later, his father died. It was now down to Brad, who moved her into his home where he could care for her full time, monitor her health, and take her to her appointments, all while working a full-time job and two part-time evening jobs.

On April 29, Brad unexpectedly lost his full-time job.

Then, on June 6, Linda passed away.

Brad is now facing several heavy losses at once: the death of his mother, the loss of his main income, funeral expenses, and back taxes owed on his mother’s home in Indiana.

He is also trying to preserve some stability while he searches for work and figures out the next steps with the home, probate, and related expenses.

Brad hates asking for help. That is one of the reasons I’m creating this for him. The reality is that he needs help right now.

Funds raised will go directly to Brad and will be used for basic living expenses during his job search, funeral expenses for his mother, back taxes owed on his mother’s home, probate costs and other related fees, and short-term stability while he rebuilds after this loss. A normal job search can take months. After losing his mom and best friend, handling funeral arrangements, and facing immediate financial pressure, Brad needs time and support to get back on his feet. If you have experienced job loss, or the death of a loved one, you know how difficult these events can be. To experience them at the same time can be absolutely devastating. Brad is a friend who has always shown up for others, and I am asking you to show up for him now. Any help you can give will make a real difference as he navigates this difficult time.