Help an ex-pat Irish family rebuild after the Palisades fire

Hi friends. We (Nick and Vicki Murphy) are reaching out with heavy hearts to ask for your support for a dear ex-pat Irish family that has suffered an unimaginable tragedy. On January 7th, a catastrophic fire in Pacific Palisades destroyed the apartment of David Gleeson and Nathalie Lichtenthaeler, taking everything they owned—including their cherished family cat. They escaped with only the clothes on their backs, leaving behind not just their possessions but the life they had built over the last decade.

For over 10 years, David and Nathalie have been members of the Palisades community, raising three teenage children—one of whom is autistic. This fire has taken more than their home; it has uprooted them from their school, severed ties to their neighborhood, and left them facing a daunting road ahead.

We are heartbroken for this family and are rallying together to provide the support they so urgently need. We are seeking support to help them cover unexpected costs while they navigate this challenging time and plan their next steps.

Please join us in showing the power and compassion of the community both here in LA and abroad by contributing to their GoFundMe. Every bit helps and will mean the world to this family as they rebuild their lives.