Ella's Gift
Organized by
Janice Gabe
Janice Gabe
$12,100
Raised of $20,000 goal
1 scholarship funded
Contributions
75D&
Dave & Terri Kauffman
$50
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Alex Snopko
$100
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Jeff & Lesley Bertrand
$100
MO
Mark O’Connor
$200
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Azenet Reeves
$50
Our story
From the minute Ella was born, she rocked our world.
Ella was a girl with such a strong will and was the eternal competitor. From her toddler years of “I do it myself”, to working her tail off to graduate high school early, Ella did not stop competing. She was a talented musician, artist, and athlete with a heart bigger than anyone we know. She loved fiercely. She competed fiercely. She battled like hell through so many challenges thrown her way: depression, addiction, rehab, even a stroke at age 17. She was determined to be better and do better.
After high school graduation, Ella finished a year of community college and was excited to start classes at Georgia College and State University in the fall of 2024. She worked hard for sobriety and had wanted to help her friends and loved ones do the same.
Sadly, Ella never got to see the bright future she had envisioned. On July 10, 2024, Ella died in a car accident. Her story, her fighting spirit, and her determination to achieve should not stop here. In her honor, we are establishing “Ella’s Gift”, an annual scholarship for young women fighting for their own sobriety and bright future.
Our goal
Your generous donation will fund future scholarships for many more young women to achieve their educational goals and realize the amazing opportunities ahead of them. Thank you for being a part of their bright future!
Scholarships made possible by your generosity
Comments from contributors 24
Mark O’Connor1 month ago
$200
In memory of our beloved granddaughter Ella Blinco. Mark and Susan O’Connor
Azenet Reeves1 month ago
$50
I want to support Ella’s gift in hopes that someone one just as gifted as Ella can have a fighting chance.
Patsy And Deacon Sams1 month ago
$50
Our love for Kathy and Ed Blinco
Jeff Granucci1 month ago
$50
Great way to honor your beautiful daughter and help someone in time of need. Miss you guys🙏🏻
Noelle Carrillo1 month ago
$25
I attended the Orangehause music camp with Ella. She was such a joy to be with and brought so much light to the camp. Sending prayers to the family🩷
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