I need help with setting up a Go Fund Me page

I recently went to Matthew’s Bagels where I found out that Jennifer Rodriguez, the owner, had been recently hospitalized for a cancerous brain tumor.

Needless to say, I was devastated. Her son Matthew was walking around in shock trying to help out his dad with the business.

The family desperately needs help with donations for medical costs.

I would like to set up a Go-Fund-Me page for them.
Can anyone help with this?

Any suggestions or help is hugely appreciated.
Thanks.

Alice, mendellalice@gmail.com

Address: Francisco de Orellana, Cuenca, Azuay, Ecuador

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Kenneth Davis

A quick check using AI: GFM doesn't support fundraising originating from Ecuador. A friend, family member, or legal representative living in a place like the United States, Spain, or Canada must create the GoFundMe account using their own local credentials. Then they need to do a wire transfer to EC... Read more 0 0

Alice Mendell Post Author

Good to know. Thanks. I have someone in the U.S. 0 0

Kenneth Davis

I don't understand why you believe GFM is better than a local bank account and a donation request post here, but I wish you luck anyway. 0 0

Alice Mendell Post Author

I'm a kind-hearted and concerned person exploring options. The person actively and directly helping the family contacted me and now I know what's going on. 0 0

Kenneth Davis

Studies indicate that roughly 88% of medical campaigns fail to reach their financial goals, and 16% receive no donations at all. Your effort to help is better spent researching what Cuenca offers families in these situations. This is something all expats should know. Good luck. 0 1

Alice Mendell Post Author

Thanks Kenneth. 0 0

Tom L

She's trying to do a good thing Ken. You should encourage rather than tear down. Even if she doesn't reach her goal whatever she collects will be helpful to the family. Don't be a Richard (Dick). 1 0

Ryan James

GoFundMe operates on an all‑or‑nothing model. You must reach your fundraising goal before any funds are released to you. If the campaign falls short, the pledges aren’t paid out, and contributors aren’t charged. 1 0

Alice Mendell Post Author

Good to know Ryan. Thanks. 0 0

Tom L

Thanks Ryan. I didn't know that. All she has to do is have a low goal and if needed start additional GoFundMe's. Regardless, a little help is better than no help. 2 0

Alice Mendell Post Author

Great suggestion Tom L. Thank you. 0 0

Kenneth Davis

I am directing her to seek local resources. It's apparent Alice doesn't know Jennifer's prognosis to coordinate community assistance. 0 0

Alice Mendell Post Author

You're right. I only talked to her son Matthew and he told me little as he was trying to run their business and was walking around in a state of shock. 0 0

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