Law Enforcement
Support Retired Deputy to Rebuild After Catastrophic House Fire
Law Enforcement
Catastrophic Loss
United States
Virginia
Created April 21st, 2026

Dan DePalma, a retired Fairfax County, Virginia Law Enforcement Officer, suffered a devastating loss on March 21, 2026, when a catastrophic house fire destroyed everything he owned. His home, personal belongings, vehicles, and even his beloved pet was lost in the tragedy.

The insurance coverage falls far short of what is needed—not only to rebuild his home, but also to replace his vehicles, essential personal property, and the countless items accumulated over a lifetime.

Dan has spent his entire adult life serving others. He has volunteered for years at his local food pantry, helping to feed those in need. He also volunteered his time to his local Fire and Rescue department, working to protect others from the very kind of disaster he is now facing himself.

Today, Dan is the one who needs our help. 

Please help us support him during this unimaginable time as he begins the process of recovering from this devastating loss.

Any donation—no matter the amount—will make a meaningful difference as he begins the long process of rebuilding his life.

Donations & Comments

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Anonymous
Anonymous donated $25
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
1 month ago

Hey Jeana K. Thank you for the donation. Every donation helps. The debris clean up is underway. Again thenk you so very much

Paul miller
Paul miller donated $50

Sorry for your loss.

1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
1 month ago

Hey Paul, I hear you finally retired. Lol. Hope retirement has been good to you. Thanks for your generous donation.

JJ Snyder Jr
JJ Snyder Jr donated $100
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
1 month ago

Hey JJ, I responded to your donation earlier, but it must not have gone through. But Its great hearing from you. how’s your dad doing, well i hope. Anyway thatn you for your donation

Beth Shalap
Beth Shalap Bronze: Donate at least $100 to earn this badge. donated $100

Dan, I only wish I had more to give, Beth

1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
1 month ago

Beth you’ve given plenty and so has everyone else. The most memorable thing is everybody's thoughts and prayers

Samantha Getz
Samantha Getz donated $50
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
1 month ago

Samantha, thank you for your donation. Everyone here has been so generous. thank you again

David W Mutter
David W Mutter donated $100

Dan email me Dave

1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
1 month ago

Hey Big Dave, How the heck are you. It’s been a long time brother. Hope your doing well. I’ll definitely email you. Thank you so much for your donation

Deborah Thodos
Deborah Thodos donated $25
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Deborah, Sorry it took so long to reply, did not get internet until recently. Thank you for your generous donation. God bless you

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $100
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
1 month ago

Hey, Danny what have you been up to (Retired lol). Hope retirement has treated you well. Thank you for your donation, God belss you

Stacy Roberts
Stacy Roberts donated $40
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
1 month ago

Hey stacey, thank you for your donation. Love Ya

Sal LaScala
Sal LaScala donated $100

Praying for Dan and the family

1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Hey sal, I’m sorry i haven’t gotten back to you sooner. I just recently got internet. How have you been. ho pe retirement is going well. Thanmk you for your gererous donation, miss you guys

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