Wildfire Recovery Fund for Tom Raffaelli
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My friend since Santa Cruz high band 1974 Tom Raffaelli has lost everything in the CZU Lightning Complex Fire that tore through Big Basin State Park, where he worked as a park employee. Tom lost his residence as well as a vehicle which he uses to drive for Uber during Big Basin's off-season. He was not at the park the night of the evacuation, and therefore was unable to grab belongings.
I know there are many families and individuals in need at this time, but any amount you can give is appreciated! NO DONATION IS TOO SMALL!
About Tom & SLV History:
Tom is a lifelong musician (drummer) who has played in local bands for decades. We met in the Santa Cruz HS band. Many of you have likely enjoyed and danced to his music at Henflings, Joe's Bar, Trout Farm, Crow's Nest etc. Music and family are his greatest joys and sadly his drum kit was lost in the fire.
Tom has lived in and served the San Lorenzo Valley for nearly his whole life. If you lived in Felton between 1978 - early 2000s, you likely knew Tom as your friendly neighborhood water man. As an employee and later manager of Citizens Utilities (later bought by Cal Am Water), Tom took great pride in his role serving the community.
In addition to his 30+ years serving the town of Felton, he also dedicated time to coaching SLV youth basketball for a number of years, coaching both of his daughters (Lina, 29, and Alyssa, 21) and countless classmates and friends.
What your support funds:
Donations will be used to help Tom recover from this devastating loss, likely securing housing and additional high priority needs. Again we thank you for any support can offer! Every little bit helps. If you aren't able to financially support, please share this on social media or email to your friends. Thank you!!!!
Praying for everyone affected by these horrible fires. Thank you firefighters!! #SLVStrong
I know there are many families and individuals in need at this time, but any amount you can give is appreciated! NO DONATION IS TOO SMALL!
About Tom & SLV History:
Tom is a lifelong musician (drummer) who has played in local bands for decades. We met in the Santa Cruz HS band. Many of you have likely enjoyed and danced to his music at Henflings, Joe's Bar, Trout Farm, Crow's Nest etc. Music and family are his greatest joys and sadly his drum kit was lost in the fire.
Tom has lived in and served the San Lorenzo Valley for nearly his whole life. If you lived in Felton between 1978 - early 2000s, you likely knew Tom as your friendly neighborhood water man. As an employee and later manager of Citizens Utilities (later bought by Cal Am Water), Tom took great pride in his role serving the community.
In addition to his 30+ years serving the town of Felton, he also dedicated time to coaching SLV youth basketball for a number of years, coaching both of his daughters (Lina, 29, and Alyssa, 21) and countless classmates and friends.What your support funds:
Donations will be used to help Tom recover from this devastating loss, likely securing housing and additional high priority needs. Again we thank you for any support can offer! Every little bit helps. If you aren't able to financially support, please share this on social media or email to your friends. Thank you!!!!
Praying for everyone affected by these horrible fires. Thank you firefighters!! #SLVStrong
Organizer and beneficiary
Tim Ingersoll
Organizer
Boulder Creek, CA
Tom Raffaelli
Beneficiary