I’m Danielle, and I’m creating this fundraiser for my two children. This Christmas, our family is facing a very hard season. My husband’s work hours slow down tremendously in the winter, and after he was recently sick and out of work for two weeks, we fell even further behind on bills. He has only been getting about 12 hours a week, and we have been doing everything we can just to keep our family together and a warm roof over our heads. On top of that, I had to quit my job and stay home because both of my children, who have autism and special education needs, recently had to be homeschooled and need my full-time care and support.

Right now, I am asking for help so my children can still have a Christmas. The funds will go toward Christmas gifts for my two kids and, if possible, a Christmas tree. Even if there is no tree, we would be so grateful just for the chance for them to open a few gifts and feel the joy of Christmas. We can make our own tree of love, but it would mean so much to see smiles on their faces on Christmas morninThis is the first time my husband and I have ever reached out for help. We have always tried to carry everything on our own, but this year has been more than we can manage. If you are able to support our family in any way, please know how deeply grateful we would be. Your kindness would help give our children a wonderful Christmas while we keep working hard to get through this difficult time.g.