
Anthony Jefferson's heroic actions have sparked a wave of support, with a GoFundMe campaign set up to help the family in need.
A single father of three, Anthony shielded his children from gunfire, putting their safety above his own.
The GoFundMe campaign aims to raise funds for medical expenses, lost wages, and other essential needs.
Anthony's selfless act has touched the hearts of many, and the community is rallying around him and his family.
Anthony Jefferson's Story
Anthony Jefferson's story is one of incredible bravery and selflessness. He shielded his three kids in a shootout at a car dealership, putting their safety above his own.
A GoFundMe account was started for Anthony, and it has already swelled to a whopping $273,891, with donations coming in from over 8,000 people.
The largest donation came from an anonymous person who dropped $25,000, but many other donations have also been made anonymously, ranging from $2,000 to $1,000 and even into the hundreds.
Anthony's family is facing financial struggles, as he was recently let go from two jobs due to his injuries from the shooting. People are clearly lending a hand to help them get by.
Dr. Raha Didevar of Big HeArts Interventions is offering Anthony's kids free therapy via Zoom once a week, for a year or more if they need it.
Sources
- https://www.techtimes.com/articles/252916/20200928/viral-gofundme-raises-288-000-heroic-father-who-lost-2.htm
- https://www.tmz.com/2020/09/28/hero-dad-shield-kids-shooting-gofundme-200k-free-therapy/
- https://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-8781061/Donations-father-shot-shielding-children-gunfire-270-000.html
- https://www.dailydot.com/irl/gofundme-dad-shields-kids-shooting/
- https://www.whec.com/top-news/news10nbc-year-in-review-stories-about-generosity-and-courage/
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