05/30/2026
With the overwhelming response and support from everyone, the Ahlers family would like to extend their sincere thanks. At this time, all of their immediate needs have been met. They are truly grateful for the generosity, kindness, and assistance shown by so many during this difficult time.
Culpeper and Fauquier friends, many of you may know Drs. Eric and Emily Ahlers. They had a devastating house fire yesterday and could use some prayers and help. Please see her post below.
Hello again neighbors.
So many of you have reached out to my family after our house fire yesterday. Thank you so much for your support and your kind words.
Many of Yall have asked to help. I’m not very good at accepting help but probably need to start.
We are hopeful that some things Will be able to be restored. We are also hopeful that insurance will help us recover many costs
For the immediate future though, below is a list of things that would be helpful. Second hand items preferred as we will likely recoup alot of the costs to start anew.
I also don’t really know what I need since my mind is all over the place. Suggestions welcomed
Immediate needs/wants to help:
A home! Rental. As close to Brookside as possible. Anyone planning selling want to rent to us for a year instead? We would be the best tenants, can provide references
Clothes:
Summer clothes, swim suits, shoes or flip flops
Girl - size YL clothes, size 7.5 women’s shoes
Girl - size YM clothes, size 2 kids shoes
Girl - size 3T or 4t clothes, size 8 little kid shoes
Boy - size 9months or 12 months.
Toys:
Older girls: arts or crafts stuff, nail polish stuff, uno or other board games
Toddler girl: play toys (doctor kit, baby dolls, dress ups, puzzles, water or bath toys)
Baby (7 month old, 20lbs but very tall): high chair, stroller, jumper or walker, bottles (como too), breast milk storage bag, a cooler back pack, ice packs
Towels, cleaning supplies, beach towels, suitcases, totes
Items can be dropped off 4531 Spring Run
