My name is Samantha, and at 38, I’ve built my life running a small, independent home-bakery business here in Waupaca on 9th St. But three days ago, a sudden slip on a wet floor left me with a severe tendon rupture in my right wrist. I underwent emergency surgery to repair the tissue, and while the surgeon did an amazing job, my right hand is completely casted and unusable for the next six weeks.

For an independent baker, losing your dominant hand means your business instantly locks up and your income drops to zero. Bills, kitchen utilities, and medical deductibles do not stop for healing.

The Urgent Needs:

Out-of-Pocket Surgical & ER Deductibles: $3,600

Mandatory Post-Op Physical Therapy: $900

Emergency Bill Bridge (Rent & Power): $1,100

Total Urgent Fund Goal: $5,600

I am swallowing my pride to ask for financial relief during this painful transition. Clearing this immediate debt will allow me to focus entirely on physical therapy so I can regain my grip and get back to baking. Thank you for your kindness, prayers, and shares!