More than $114,000 Raised for Grieving Father
A GoFundMe created on Adam's behalf describes him as an Airport Rescue Firefighter who has spent his career helping other people through their worst moments. "Now, he needs our help on his," the fundraiser continues.
Organizers said the money will help cover funeral and memorial expenses, counseling, time away from work, and other unexpected costs following the deaths. "No amount of money can lessen this loss. Not even close," the page reads.
Instead, organizers said their hope is to give Adam enough financial security and time to grieve without immediately facing worries about returning to work or paying bills. The fundraiser also points supporters toward a separate campaign intended to help the mother of two of the victims.
The response has been considerable. An August 25 update said more than $50,000 had already been raised in a short period, accompanied by an "incredible outpouring of support" from the Billings community and fire departments around Montana.
"Thank you to everyone who has donated, shared, reached out, or offered support in any form," organizers wrote. "It means more than we can adequately express." They urged people to continue sharing the fundraiser even after the immediate attention surrounding the tragedy subsides. At the time of writing, more than $114,000 of the $150,000 goal has been raised.
