After a tragedy, this warms my heart.
In 12 hours, we raised $3,960 for Bryce and his family.
We’re adding $1,000 to that.
This is what happened:
Two weeks ago—at 7:48 a.m. on St. George Street—a member of our unhoused community set fire to Bryce’s car. Within minutes, he lost his vehicle, a number of personal belongings, and the sense of security every young parent deserves.
Bryce, true to form, delivered an incredible tasting experience at 9am and 11am, finished his shift that day, and, as he always does made guests feel the Epoch Hospitality we strive for. That resilience is inspiring—but it shouldn’t be necessary.
Moncton’s growing unhoused population is a symptom of systemic failures we haven’t solved—failures other cities (from Scandinavian capitals to Fredericton under the leadership of Marcel LeBrun and Joshua LeBrun) are addressing with proven programs. Until similar, durable solutions reach our neighbourhood, everyday citizens are left to pick up the pieces.
All told Bryce is out almost 2k.
And that is only because his brother generously sold him his old car at the amount Bryce was able to get from Insurance.
If we raise more than the damages, the rest will go to an education fund for Bryce and Jess’ growing little boy!
For four-and-a-half years Bryce has poured his skill, creativity, and warmth into every cup he serves. Let’s repay that generosity.
Thank you for proving—once again—that community is stronger than chaos. Together, let’s turn a moment of destruction into a catalyst for solidarity.
With Gratitude,
— Matt & Emily, Founding Partners, Epoch Chemistry Coffee Company
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We’ve built something special at Epoch. And Bryce has been the catalyst for much of it over the last 4.5 years. He’s a rock. He shows up day in and day out, delivering unreasonable hospitality to our clients.
And, in his time of need, we all got to show up for him.
In this crazy world, does much else matter?
Here is the fundraiser if you want to help Bryce: https://lnkd.in/gKYZAz4H
