Thousands Raised For Barnegat Family Who Lost 'Everything' In Fire

BARNEGAT, NJ — Over the weekend, a Barnegat family experienced something no family should - their home was lost in a fire. But thanks to the help of the community, thousands of dollars have been raised to provide some comfort to the family during this terrible time.

As of Tuesday morning, $8,400 of the $10,000 goal had been raised for the GoFundMe "Melissa and Matt Rebuild."

According to the GoFundMe, the family lost "everything" in the fire on July 23. They now have to start over from scratch, the GoFundMe said.

"Upon them both racing to get there they both saw what would be every persons nightmare, their entire contents of their home gone, and their cat Bonnie nowhere to be found," the fundraiser's organizer, Barnegat resident Melissa Di Dia, wrote. "With the help of the community, friends and families we can all help them get back to normal, help them get through these tough times."

To donate to the GoFundMe, click here.