Main fundraiser photo

Defeat the impact of alcohol and emotional abuse!

Donation protected
My name is Dave. I'm attempting to lighten the burden on my 45-year-old son and our granddaughter, Gemma. Almost a year ago to the day, our son returned to his childhood home with his daughter in his arms to escape the torment of his partner's alcohol and emotional abuse. His battle for custody and fairness in a legal system that struggles to recognize the role of the father in these situations has forced him to grow, redefine himself and commit to legal fees that have the potential to bring him down. I'm trying to assure that doesn't happen. This week, he acquired a settlement with Gemma's mother! It has cost him over $21,000 to achieve that milestone. He's a laborer, a painter, and he works tirelessly for his daily painting contractor and then does "side work" on the weekends. He lives with his mother and me, pays no rent or utilities, we've helped with a car, and we enjoy the gift of having our granddaughter with us every other week. This arrangement we've made for him and Gemma, however, is not sustainable; Kathy and I are well into our retirement years and the weight of this debt can destroy him. He needs to focus on himself and Gemma's well-being. Anything you can give will be used to reduce or retire his debt, and we will all be forever grateful. Thank you.
Donate

Donations 

  • Anonymous
    • $250 (Offline)
    • 1 yr
  • Anonymous
    • $100
    • 1 yr
  • Anonymous
    • $100 (Offline)
    • 1 yr
  • Anonymous
    • $200
    • 1 yr
  • Anonymous
    • $100 (Offline)
    • 1 yr
Donate

Organizer

David Gaddis
Organizer
Northville, MI

Your easy, powerful, and trusted home for help

  • Easy

    Donate quickly and easily

  • Powerful

    Send help right to the people and causes you care about

  • Trusted

    Your donation is protected by the GoFundMe Giving Guarantee