Ervin Family Fund

Dear Family and Friends,

The recent Camp Fire in Paradise, CA has devastated an entire community -- a community that was home to many members and four generations of our family. Pictured above are our grandmother Shirley, our Aunt Bonnie and our cousin Hilary, all of whom have called Paradise home since 1972, and all of whom lost their homes, and life as they knew it, last week in the fire. Hilary and 96 year old Shirley were evacuated at a moment's notice and literally left town with the clothes on their backs.

Hilary and her husband Michael are long-time, dedicated educators (Hilary, currently a special education teacher and Michael, currently a high-school principal) who have raised three sons in the Paradise community. They are currently putting two of their sons, Brandt and Bennett, through college, with their third, Reece, soon to follow. 

Without a home or jobs to return to in the foreseeable future, the Ervins are immediately facing the costs of two college tuitions, rent, health insurance, food and the daunting task of rebuilding their lives. 

Hilary fondly refers to herself, her husband and her boys as "The Ervin 5." Our family would be so thankful for any amount you can give to help, but in the spirit of The Ervin 5, we are asking that you consider a donation of any amount that starts with a 5 ($5, $50 or $500!). Of course, anything helps and is so greatly appreciated. 

With gratitude,

The Mowers Family
Mike and Allison Mowers (Santa Barbara)/Dave Mowers (Brooklyn)