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Why I&rsquo;m Asking for Your SupportMy name is Casey Riney. Years ago, my children, Cooper and Lily, attended The Family Place Early Enrichment Academy for preschool, and they still love going to the summer program today. When my husband unexpectedly passed away, our world fell apart. Like anyone facing profound loss, I was devastated&mdash;grieving my partner while trying to figure out how to keep being a mother through an impossible season. In that darkest moment, The Family Place did something extraordinary. Dr. Charity Holland (known to so many of us as Dr. MommyC) and the entire school community stepped in. They held us up. They organized support, collected donations, provided resources, and stood beside us when we felt completely alone. They didn&rsquo;t just care for my children. They cared for my family. 18 Years of Serving Our CommunityWhat they did for my family isn&#39;t an isolated story. For 18 years, The Family Place has done this for countless families across our community. They have celebrated childhood milestones, comforted grieving parents, provided scholarships, and created a warm, faith-filled environment where every child is known, loved, and valued. Through pain, struggle, and sheer determination, Dr. MommyC has built a sanctuary for our kids. Now, she and her team need us to stand up for them. The Crisis They Are FacingLike so many early childhood centers across Indiana, The Family Place is fighting a massive uphill battle. Rising operational costs, staffing shortages, funding reductions, and shifting enrollment patterns have pushed them to the brink. Hundreds of local child-care providers have already been forced to permanently close their doors, and right now, The Family Place is at risk of joining them. They have exhausted every available resource. This isn&#39;t just about saving a business&mdash;it&rsquo;s about protecting dedicated teachers&#39; livelihoods and keeping a vital community pillar alive. Our Goal &amp; How Your Donation Will HelpWe are raising $100,000 to stabilize the school while long-term sustainability plans are put into place.100% of every dollar raised will go directly to:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Retaining dedicated teaching staff so the children keep the faces they know and love.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Covering payroll and immediate outstanding obligations.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Absorbing the temporary impact of enrollment shifts.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Maintaining daily operations so they can keep their doors open safely.</li></ul>(Note on Checkout: Because we are using Zeffy&mdash;a free platform built for 501(c)(3) non-profits&mdash;100% of your gift goes straight to the school. At checkout, Zeffy will automatically add an optional tip to support their free service. This tip is completely voluntary and can be easily changed to $0 by selecting &quot;Other&quot; in the dropdown menu.) How You Can HelpIf you have ever been touched by the ministry of The Family Place, if your children were loved within these walls, or if you simply believe our community needs loving, high-quality care for kids&mdash;please consider standing with us today.<ol fr-original-style="" style="width: 100%; box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Donate: Whatever amount you can give directly impacts a child and a teacher.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Share: Pass this page along to friends, family, local businesses, and on social media.</li></ol>Every gift matters. Every share matters. And every child matters. With gratitude,Casey Riney (Mother of Cooper and Lily)

Hello <span contenteditable="false" data-custom-variable="{{firstname}}" fr-original-class="fr-deletable styled-tag-chip" fr-original-style="" style="color: rgb(42, 42, 196); overflow-wrap: anywhere; user-select: none; background-color: rgb(248, 248, 255); border: 1px solid rgb(191, 191, 255); border-radius: 4px; margin: 0px; padding: 1px 8px; font-size: 11px; display: inline-block; box-sizing: inherit;">First name, Thank you from the bottom of my heart for your generous donation to Help Save The Family Place. As a mom whose family was deeply supported by Dr. MommyC and her team during our hardest season, seeing our community rally to keep their doors open means the world to me. Your gift goes directly to supporting their dedicated teachers, meeting immediate operational needs, and keeping this special place open for the kids. Because The Family Place Early Enrichment Academy is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, your contribution is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. Please save this email for your tax records. Want to help us reach our $100,000 goal?The most impactful thing you can do right now is help us spread the word:<ul fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;"><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Share the campaign link on Facebook, Instagram, or in a quick text to friends and family.</li><li fr-original-style="" style="box-sizing: inherit;">Pass this page along to local small business owners or community members who care about local childcare.</li></ul>If you have any questions about this fundraiser or want to share your own experience with The Family Place, feel free to reply directly to me at caseyriney2@gmail.com. With gratitude,Casey RineyMom to Cooper &amp; Lily

Why I’m Asking for Your SupportMy name is Casey Riney. Years ago, my children, Cooper and Lily, attended The Family Place Early Enrichment Academy for preschool, and they still love going to the summer program today. When my husband unexpectedly passed away, our world fell apart. Like anyone facing profound loss, I was devastated—grieving my partner while trying to figure out how to keep being a mother through an impossible season. In that darkest moment, The Family Place did something extraordinary. Dr. Charity Holland (known to so many of us as Dr. MommyC) and the entire school community stepped in. They held us up. They organized support, collected donations, provided resources, and stood beside us when we felt completely alone. They didn’t just care for my children. They cared for my family. 18 Years of Serving Our CommunityWhat they did for my family isn't an isolated story. For 18 years, The Family Place has done this for countless families across our community. They have celebrated childhood milestones, comforted grieving parents, provided scholarships, and created a warm, faith-filled environment where every child is known, loved, and valued. Through pain, struggle, and sheer determination, Dr. MommyC has built a sanctuary for our kids. Now, she and her team need us to stand up for them. The Crisis They Are FacingLike so many early childhood centers across Indiana, The Family Place is fighting a massive uphill battle. Rising operational costs, staffing shortages, funding reductions, and shifting enrollment patterns have pushed them to the brink. Hundreds of local child-care providers have already been forced to permanently close their doors, and right now, The Family Place is at risk of joining them. They have exhausted every available resource. This isn't just about saving a business—it’s about protecting dedicated teachers' livelihoods and keeping a vital community pillar alive. Our Goal &amp; How Your Donation Will HelpWe are raising $100,000 to stabilize the school while long-term sustainability plans are put into place.100% of every dollar raised will go directly to:<ul><li>Retaining dedicated teaching staff so the children keep the faces they know and love.</li><li>Covering payroll and immediate outstanding obligations.</li><li>Absorbing the temporary impact of enrollment shifts.</li><li>Maintaining daily operations so they can keep their doors open safely.</li></ul>(Note on Checkout: Because we are using Zeffy—a free platform built for 501(c)(3) non-profits—100% of your gift goes straight to the school. At checkout, Zeffy will automatically add an optional tip to support their free service. This tip is completely voluntary and can be easily changed to $0 by selecting "Other" in the dropdown menu.) How You Can HelpIf you have ever been touched by the ministry of The Family Place, if your children were loved within these walls, or if you simply believe our community needs loving, high-quality care for kids—please consider standing with us today.<ol><li>Donate: Whatever amount you can give directly impacts a child and a teacher.</li><li>Share: Pass this page along to friends, family, local businesses, and on social media.</li></ol>Every gift matters. Every share matters. And every child matters. With gratitude,Casey Riney (Mother of Cooper and Lily)

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