MoneyWise Community Outreach

01/30/2025

The Power of a Blanket

There is something deeply humbling about watching someone walk into my containers, sifting through the donations, and finding a blanket that speaks to them. In that moment, their entire expression shifts—from exhaustion and defeat to pure comfort and relief.

Among everything I have in there—clothes, food, supplies—it’s always the blankets that get them. Maybe it’s the warmth, maybe it’s the sense of security, or maybe it’s just the simple reminder that someone cares. That even in the chaos, they are seen. They are valued.

These moments are both life-changing and heart-wrenching. They remind me why I do this. Because sometimes, hope looks like a soft, warm blanket in the middle of the storm.

01/23/2025

Update on Baby Wil’Loh

We have an important update to share about Baby Wil’Loh’s journey. Tomorrow morning, she will be transferred to Wake Forest Hospital so she can receive specialized care from ear, nose, and throat specialists. This is crucial for addressing her small nasal cavity and airway issues, and we are hopeful this move will provide her with the best possible care.

However, this transition comes with added challenges for her family. They do not have a vehicle and will need help getting to the hospital to be with Wil’Loh during this critical time. If anyone is able to donate a vehicle or assist in any way, the family would be beyond grateful.

Additionally, any donations—big or small—will help this family cover transportation, lodging, and other essential expenses as they navigate this new chapter.

Please continue to keep Wil’Loh and her family in your prayers. Your kindness and support mean the world to them as they face these challenges together.

Thank you for being part of this journey and helping this precious family during their time of need.

Hello, my name is Ashley Garrison , and I’m the founder of Mo… MoneyWise Tax Academy needs your support for Help Baby Wil’Loh and Her Family Overcome These Challenges

01/20/2025

ATTENTION PLEASE!! I am working 20+ hours a week with TurboTax, I have my own tax business, & I’m trying to run this nonprofit all at the same time.

I can’t just run out there whenever like I was able to do & I can’t go sit out there because there’s no heat & it’s too cold.

I have to work to make money to keep this nonprofit going, & I’m not going to lie, I am struggling.

Please check with me first before you make a trip up here to get something because I don’t want anyone making a trip for nothing.

Please grant me some grace.
📑 Tax season doesn’t last long & that’s my primary source of income for the year.

Thank you for understanding. 💛💚🧡💜💙❤️

01/19/2025

I can’t get in and out of my buildings right now without sinking in mud and tracking mud in everywhere. Any help is welcomed and appreciated.

01/15/2025

We are overwhelmed with gratitude for the incredible support from East Alarka Baptist Church during these difficult times. Your efforts—bringing multiple loads of essential supplies and providing generous monetary donations—have made a profound impact on families like Keandra and William, who are in extreme need, and you can learn more about their story here https://gofund.me/b573f549.

Your kindness and compassion have been a true blessing to our community, and we cannot thank you enough for all you’ve done. 💕

With love and gratitude, Ashley Garrison

01/10/2025

🚨 Urgent Help Needed for Baby Willow and Her Family 🚨

Keandra and William’s journey has been nothing short of heartbreaking. After Hurricane Helene left them homeless, Keandra—already battling lupus—went into labor at just 31 weeks and underwent an emergency C-section. Since then, Baby Willow has been fighting for her life in the NICU.

On January 9, during an attempt to place a feeding tube, Baby Willow’s throat collapsed, and she needed 4 minutes of chest compressions to be resuscitated. She is now intubated, with her tiny hands bound to prevent her from removing the breathing tube.

This incredible family is currently living in a hotel near the hospital with no vehicle and relying on public transportation. William works at Subway in the hospital to stay close, but their expenses are overwhelming.

I’m asking for your help to give them hope and stability during this incredibly difficult time. Donations will go toward:
💜 Hotel costs to keep them close to the hospital
💜 Transportation expenses
💜 Medical bills and daily living essentials

Click here to read their full story and donate: https://gofund.me/465d482e
Or you can donate directly to their cashapp:
https://cash.app/$Ape0792

Every dollar makes a difference, and even sharing this post can help spread the word. Let’s come together and show Baby Willow and her fBeLoved Ashevillee not alone. 💕

Thank you for your compassion and generosity.

01/10/2025

I just went to meet this young lady to give her a heater. She was bundled up from head to toe just recovering from pneumonia.

🔥The need for warmth is very real. I have gone nonstop for 2 days dropping off heaters, propane, kerosene, and anything else I have to help people stay warm.

My nonprofit needs funding y’all. I want to continue to be able to help others, but I can’t do it alone.
If you would like to donate to help , we would be more than grateful and put it to good use.
Cashapp $moneywiseoutreach
https://givebutter.com/moneywise

01/10/2025

01/08/2025

A heartfelt thank you to Patriot Emergency Response Team Inc for delivering kerosene to families in need today.

Their work is powered entirely by donations, and I’m deeply grateful for the grant from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, which made this possible. Your generosity is making a real difference!

If you’d like to support their nonprofit and help them continue making a difference, please consider donating: https://gofund.me/36723bfa.

Thank you and may God bless.

01/07/2025

🌟 Grateful for the Support of The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina 🌟

We are honored to share that our nonprofit received funding provided by a grant from The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, enabling us to continue our mission of supporting those affected by Hurricane Helene.

With this incredible grant, we were able to so far:
💙 Purchase heating oil for a local nonprofit serving our community.
💙 Supply kerosene to several families to ensure their homes are warm during this cold season.
💙 Provide propane to households in urgent need of heat and comfort.

The Community Foundation is a nonprofit serving eighteen counties in Western North Carolina. As a permanent regional resource, the Foundation facilitated $34 million in charitable giving last year, inspiring philanthropy and mobilizing resources to enrich lives and communities in Western North Carolina.

We are proud to partner with The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina and invite you to learn more about their incredible work by visiting their website at www.cfwnc.org.

Thank you, The Community Foundation of Western North Carolina, for making a tangible difference in the lives of so many. Together, we are bringing warmth, hope, and resilience to our communities!

As a trusted partner in philanthropy, we help donors and nonprofits achieve their charitable goals, now and forever.