Alden Russell was someone who stepped up for his community when a lot of people wouldn’t. He served as an alderman, got involved locally, and even stepped up to run for State Representative, not for attention, but because he believed people deserved to be heard and represented the right way. He was the kind of guy who didn’t just talk about problems, he tried to do something about them.

But more important than anything else, Alden was a family man. He was a husband and a father, and everything he did was rooted in making a better life for his family. That’s who he was at his core. His passing is a tough loss for a lot of people, but especially for his family. Right now, they need support. This fundraiser is about stepping up for them the same way Alden stepped up for his community. It’s about helping take some of the weight off their shoulders during a time no family should have to go through alone.

If you knew Alden, if he ever had an impact on you, or if you just want to help a family that’s hurting, please consider donating. And if you can’t donate, sharing this goes a long way. Let’s do right by Alden and his family.