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Ray served 20 years in the Air Force. He lost his home to a hurricane. He cared for his wife through Parkinson's and cancer until she passed. Then he was diagnosed with lung cancer himself. Now new spots have been found and he is waiting for answers — all while living paycheck to paycheck and managing medical costs alone. His daughter Heather nominated him for For Your Service because after everything he has carried, he deserves some peace. Ray is part of For Your Service — 50 Veterans. 50 States. 50 Days. — a national movement created by @Samuel Weidenhofer to support one veteran or veteran's family in every US state. Story told in partnership with @Kara Lewis Visit the For Your Service Community via the link in bio and search "West Virginia" to find Ray's fundraiser. 💚🇺🇸

Young people from Pleasant Grove in Southeast Dallas have earned a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity — they have been selected to walk players onto the field at four FIFA World Cup matches as part of the official Player Escort program. The opportunity came through Pleasant Grove Soccer & Sports, a local nonprofit focused on creating opportunities through soccer, mentorship, and community programming. Free soccer clinics helped participants become eligible for the program. Now the organization is asking for community support to cover the full cost of delivering the experience — including transportation, event coordination, staffing, and related programming that goes beyond their initial $2,500 grant. For kids in underserved communities, moments like these are rare. Every donation helps make sure they get there. Link in comments.

Eight-year-old Tahlya suffered a ruptured arteriovenous malformation that caused a life-threatening brain hemorrhage. Her family was told to prepare for the worst. She spent weeks in the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit fighting through challenges no child should face. Today, she is smiling, talking, and taking steps again. But her recovery is far from over. Because her AVM is located deep in her brain, surgery is not an option. Her family is now consulting specialists in Texas and beyond to evaluate treatment options including Gamma Knife radiation therapy and long-term neurological care. Update: At her first major follow-up appointment, doctors say Tahlya is doing well. Her family continues to gather specialist opinions to determine the best path forward. The financial impact of her recovery — travel, lodging, rehabilitation, specialist consultations, and out-of-state evaluations — continues to grow. A fundraiser has been created to help ease that burden so her parents can focus ent

Will, a sixth grader from North Carolina, is receiving treatment at St. Jude after being diagnosed with a rare Stage 4 cancer. At the same time, his mom, Ashley, is navigating her own cancer battle while supporting her son through treatment. When friends, teachers, and members of the school community learned what the White family was facing, they stepped in to help. What started as one friend looking for a way to support the family has become an outpouring of love from classmates, staff, neighbors, and supporters determined to help the Whites focus on what matters most: Will's care, Ashley's health, and time together as a family. As shared by @Meet Me In The Media Center the school community has rallied around the family through fundraisers, care packages, cards, check-ins, and countless acts of kindness. Visit the link in our bio to support Will, Ashley, and the entire White family as they navigate this difficult journey 💚

On June 3rd, a woman hiking near her property found a young dog by the river in critical condition. The dog weighed just 25 pounds, her gums were white, and she could barely stand. Her body was shutting down. Without cell service and too far out to call for help, the woman carried the dog out herself — stopping to rest along the way because the dog didn't have the strength to walk on her own. Despite everything, the dog wagged her tail. A vet confirmed she is severely anemic and needs an emergency blood transfusion and intensive hospital care to survive. The estimated cost for a 5 to 7 day hospital stay alone is between $10,000 and $14,000 — not including the transfusion or additional treatment. A fundraiser has been created to cover the emergency hospital stay and give this dog the chance to actually live. Link in comments.

For seven years, Erin Regan Animal Sanctuary & Rescue has given hundreds of animals a second chance — dogs pulled from euthanasia lists, senior pets, amputees, animals with disabilities, and survivors of severe abuse and neglect. Hundreds have been adopted. Others remain in permanent sanctuary care. Now the farm itself is in danger. After her husband left three years ago, Erin became solely responsible for the property, the animals, and every expense that comes with both. She volunteers for the rescue without pay, funding the mortgage and her personal bills entirely through her two small businesses. The balancing act has become unsustainable. She is now three mortgage payments behind and facing potential foreclosure. Erin is not asking for a handout — she is working around the clock, launching new products, selling personal belongings, and pursuing every avenue she can find. But she needs help to buy time. When she tried to place the animals elsewhere, rescues and sanctuaries acros

It's Pet Appreciation Week, and there's no better time to show up for the animals who need us most 🐾 An animal sanctuary that's saved thousands is at risk of closing its doors. A little girl's bunny needs life-saving surgery. A neighborhood stray cat is walking around on a possibly broken leg. A dog pulled from a riverbank barely alive needs an emergency blood transfusion. And a paralyzed frog named Steve has captured the hearts of thousands online while fighting to recover. Link in bio if you can help or share 💚

Coach Barry Liles, the first head football coach of Claiborne County High School and a beloved educator, died Monday in a snorkeling accident on the North Shore of Oahu. He was 64 and had just retired at the end of the 2026 school year. Barry had spent decades coaching and mentoring young athletes across Tennessee — from Monroe County to Morristown East to Grainger County — before building the Claiborne County football program from its very first season in 2003. After stepping away from coaching in 2015, he returned to the school in 2025 simply to serve — restoring facilities, mentoring staff, and making sure the field looked its best for graduation. No one asked him to. No one paid him to. He did it because he loved his community. His wife Tina was with him in Hawaii and was rescued from the water but did not require medical attention. A fundraiser has been created to support Tina as she navigates the sudden financial and emotional weight of this loss. Link in comments.

Ray served 20 years in the Air Force. He lost his home to a hurricane. He cared for his wife through Parkinson's and cancer until she passed. Then he was diagnosed with lung cancer himself. Now new spots have been found and he is waiting for answers — all while living paycheck to paycheck and managing medical costs alone. His daughter Heather nominated him for For Your Service because after everything he has carried, he deserves some peace. Ray's story is part of For Your Service — a national movement to honor one veteran or veteran's family in every U.S. state, created by Samuel Weidenhofer. Link in comments.

Ray served 20 years in the Air Force. He lost his home to a hurricane. He cared for his wife through Parkinson's and cancer until she passed. Then he was diagnosed with lung cancer himself. Now new spots have been found and he is waiting for answers — all while living paycheck to paycheck and managing medical costs alone. His daughter Heather nominated him for For Your Service because after everything he has carried, he deserves some peace. Ray is part of For Your Service — 50 Veterans. 50 States. 50 Days. — a national movement created by Samuel Weidenhofer (@itssozer) to support one veteran or veteran's family in every US state. Story told in partnership with @karaxlewis. Visit the For Your Service Community via the link in bio and search "West Virginia" to find Ray's fundraiser. 💚🇺🇸

Brayden Shobe, a Florence, Kentucky police officer sworn in just last November, is facing a long and uncertain recovery after being assaulted while breaking up a bar fight. Brayden suffered serious brain injuries including an intracerebral hemorrhage, subdural hematoma, subarachnoid hemorrhage, a separate blood clot, and an occipital fracture. He was treated at the University of Cincinnati Medical Center, where doctors worked carefully to dissolve the clot while monitoring his brain bleed. Update: Brayden has since been discharged and is recovering at home — but remains on blood thinners and requires very close monitoring as doctors continue to track his condition. Medical bills, living costs, and lost income continue to add up while Brayden is unable to work. A fundraiser has been created to help ease that financial burden so he can focus entirely on healing. Link in comments.

Meet Jack. He's 9 years old, loves hockey, and is already changing lives. 💥💚 @pucksforbucks27 is back for Season 2 of Pucks for Bucks — his fundraiser where every $1 donated = 1 puck shot into his net. Last year he helped send a child and his family to Disney for a wish come true. This year he's going bigger. Jack started this fundraiser on May 12 — the same date his sister was declared cancer free in 2022. He turned one of the best days of his family's life into something that helps other families get theirs. Pucks for Bucks has already hit $1,000 raised — and Jack has already broken a stick keeping up with it. Link in bio to support Jack's mission.

Bryce Adair, a CBS Sports production assistant from Martinez, Georgia, died following a car accident while traveling to Ohio to work the Memorial Golf Tournament. He was a Lakeside High School graduate who studied communications at Valdosta State University and had built a career in live sports production, contributing to major broadcasts including CBS's coverage of top sporting events. Those who worked with him described his consistently positive energy, reliability, and willingness to show up for his team. CBS Sports anchor Jim Nantz gave an emotional tribute to Bryce during Saturday's Memorial Tournament broadcast. Outside of broadcasting, Bryce had also worked as an Augusta National merchandiser and an audio operator for the Augusta GreenJackets. He was remembered by friends and colleagues as someone whose warmth and talent left a lasting impression on everyone around him. A fundraiser created by a friend and colleague has raised over $64,000 to support his family. Link in comm

Mount Rushmore. The Grand Canyon. Yellowstone. Barcelona. Edinburgh. 💚 Jacob has spent years as a full-time caregiver for his godfather Larry — and made it his mission to fill that time with memories that matter. Now he's asking for a little support to keep going. Gas, food, and the everyday things that make it possible to show up for someone you love. Link in bio to be part of their journey.

Will, a sixth grader from North Carolina, is receiving treatment at St. Jude after being diagnosed with a rare Stage 4 cancer. At the same time, his mom, Ashley, is navigating her own cancer battle while supporting her son through treatment. When friends, teachers, and members of the school community learned what the White family was facing, they stepped in to help. What started as one friend looking for a way to support the family has become an outpouring of love from classmates, staff, neighbors, and supporters determined to help the Whites focus on what matters most: Will's care, Ashley's health, and time together as a family. As shared by @meetmeinthemediacenter, the school community has rallied around the family through fundraisers, care packages, cards, check-ins, and countless acts of kindness. Visit the link in our bio to support Will, Ashley, and the entire White family as they navigate this difficult journey 💚

Jacob was working a regular shift at McDonald's on May 30th when a coworker threw hot oil on him. He suffered severe second-degree burns to his face, arm, and back and was immediately rushed for medical treatment. At 20 years old, Jacob had been a dedicated employee for several years and was planning his future — including an upcoming engagement. Now he faces a long and painful recovery, time away from work, and mounting financial pressure during what should have been one of the most exciting chapters of his life. His mother created a fundraiser to help relieve the financial stress so Jacob can focus entirely on healing. Update: Jacob's family says the outpouring of support has been overwhelming. His mother shared that despite being in serious pain, Jacob has remained strong and focused on his recovery. Link in comments.

Meet Jack. He's 9 years old, loves hockey, and is already changing lives. 💥💚 @pucksforbucks27 is back for Season 2 of Pucks for Bucks — his fundraiser where every $1 donated = 1 puck shot into his net. Last year he helped send a child and his family to Disney for a wish come true. This year he's going bigger. Jack started this fundraiser on May 12 — the same date his sister was declared cancer free in 2022. He turned one of the best days of his family's life into something that helps other families get theirs. Pucks for Bucks has already hit $1,000 raised — and Jack has already broken a stick keeping up with it. Link in bio to support Jack's mission.

John fell 25 feet while preparing for deer season. His wrist and ankle were shattered. His knee was completely broken. One week later, his wife was in a car accident on her way to visit him in the hospital. Then insurance stopped covering his rehabilitation stay — and he was given one hour to leave, still unable to bear any weight on his legs or wrist. John is an Army veteran who has spent his life showing up for others. Now his family is asking for support so he can focus on healing without worrying about losing their home. John's story is part of For Your Service — a national movement to honor one veteran or veteran's family in every U.S. state, created by Samuel Weidenhofer. Link in comments.