Ashley’s Story:
A Complicated Pregnancy Leads to Unexpected Struggles
Ashley and her husband were preparing to welcome their first child when she was unexpectedly placed on bedrest six months into her pregnancy. Ashley had already used much of her sick leave and quickly ran out of paid time off. Even though her husband was working, the reduced income led them to fall behind on their utility bills. With medical needs and a baby on the way, they applied for help through Share the Season. The program assisted the family by covering their electric, gas, and water bills during a stressful and uncertain time.
SHARE THE SEASON
Share the Season is a community program that assists people during a time of hardship in their lives. The program offers hope and help to working families who have experienced difficult circumstances resulting in financial strain and emotional stress. Often an illness, car accident, layoff, or other unexpected situation can put a family into crisis. Share the Season can provide financial assistance to alleviate some of the pressure during this challenging time.
Since 2000, generous donors have given a collective total of over $4.5 million to the program, which has allowed Share the Season to assist over 4,200 families. In 2025, over 80 families received relief through the program.
To assist even more families this year, Share the Season is launching a “Christmas in July” campaign. Individuals are encouraged to support this unique and important community program through a special “Christmas in July” contribution to help families going through hardship.
Ashley and her husband were one of the many families assisted by Share the Season. Their story shows how the support of the program came at just the right time.
