Thairie Ritchie’s Recovery Fund

Thairie Ritchie, a cherished community leader in Santa Cruz, has devoted his life to supporting and uplifting those around him. Recently, Thairie suffered severe third-degree burns that have left him facing a long and challenging recovery. Known for his resilience and spirit, Thairie now needs our community to rally around him as he has done for so many.

Why We Need Your Help: Thairie’s condition requires extensive medical treatment, including multiple surgeries and a long-term rehabilitation process. As he fights to recover, the financial burden of medical bills, ongoing care, and the necessary adjustments to his daily living environment are overwhelming for him and his family.

Our Commitment: We are friends who have been in socially active and caring community with Thairie and are committed to ensuring he receives the best care possible without the added stress of financial hardship. This GoFundMe aims to raise $50,000 to cover:

• Hospital and medical expenses

• Rehabilitation and physical therapy

• Home modifications for accessibility

• Support for daily living expenses during his recovery

Join Us in Supporting Thairie: Your donation will directly support Thairie’s healing journey, helping him to focus solely on recovery. Each contribution brings Thairie one step closer to healing and represents the compassion and solidarity of the community he loves.

Thank You for Your Generosity!!! We are immensely grateful for any support you can provide, whether financial or simply by sharing Thairie’s story with others. Together, we can make a significant difference in his life during this critical time. (PLEASE NOTE: We respectfully ask you to share with friends, family and others directly but NOT through public posting or social media.)

Thank you for being a part of Thairie’s journey to recovery and for showing that in times of need, nobody stands alone.❤️