Reece had always been a hard worker, building his plastering business from the ground up. But when his mother passed away, everything changed. She had been his rock, his biggest supporter, and without her, the weight of grief became unbearable.
At first, he tried to push through, burying himself in work to distract from the pain. But the sleepless nights, the constant ache in his chest, and the memories that haunted him took their toll. PTSD crept in like a shadow, making even the simplest tasks feel overwhelming. Clients noticed the changes missed deadlines, unfinished jobs, a silence where his usual determination used to be.
Eventually, the business he had worked so hard to build started slipping away. Bills piled up, jobs became scarce, and soon, he lost it all. His tools, his van, even the sense of purpose that had once kept him going. Friends and family tried to help, but when youre drowning in your own mind, it’s hard to reach for a lifeline.
For a while, Reece felt like he had nothing left. But deep down, a spark remained—the same drive that had once built his business. He knew his mother wouldn’t have wanted him to stay lost in the darkness. And so, step by step, he started to fight his way back.
This fundraiser isn’t just about money—it’s about getting a second chance. It’s about overcoming hardship, proving to yourself and others that you can rise again, and turning pain into progress. Every donation helps you move one step closer to financial freedom, mental well-being, and rebuilding the business that once gave you purpose.