Thousands raised for 'heartbroken' Clipstone family after house fire
More than £3,000 has been raised through a fundraising page benefiting a Clipstone family whose house was destroyed in a devastating fire.
Faye Marie Bratt and her family were left “heartbroken” when their house went up in flames on Tuesday morning (August 27).
The family woke up at 5:30am to find their house on fire and sadly lost everything in the blaze.
Within hours of the news, the community had gathered to support Faye and her family, as Faye is well-known for her community work and volunteering.
A GoFundMe page has since been created by family friend Karen Green at www.gofundme.com/f/house-fire-has-destroyed-a-beautiful-familys-home
On the fundraising page, Karen said: “This lady does so much for the community and truly deserves to have some good given back to her.
“Faye has a beautiful boy with Down syndrome, so the fire has also affected him as well as her other children.
“I am wanting to raise funds so that she can replace as much as she can.”
In its first five days, the fundraising page has raised just over £3,000, over halfway towards its £5,000 target.
In a public post on her Facebook page, Faye confirmed that her family had suffered a fire but requested no messages to be sent to her directly as she needs time to process what has happened.
Friends of the family are asking for donations to help the family at this time.
Faye has shared her gratitude for all the support shown from the community.
She said: “I am blown away with the amazing community and the help we have received.”
Residents can support the family by donating directly to the GoFundMe page or contacting Toni-Louise Newcombe from the Rope Project (www.facebook.com/groups/817422362406800) to provide essential items.
Items can also be dropped off at 144 Highfield Road in Clipstone.
Donations are still encouraged, as Faye will be unable to receive the funds until the fundraiser is completed.
Items that may help her support her son, Teddie, who has additional needs, would be most welcome.
Faye's daughter, Darcie-Leigh, shared images of the extent of the fire and stated that the family appreciated “absolutely anything” at this time, as they woke up to most of their livelihood and belongings destroyed in the blaze.
Nottinghamshire Fire and Rescue Service has been approached for an update about the fire.