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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Billy Wilson
Billy Wilson donated $200

God Bless You!

3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
3 weeks ago

Bill, thank you so very very much for your donation because of people like you I think I’ll be able to rebuild


Reply from Dan DePalma
3 weeks ago

Billy, Thank you so very much for your donation

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $112

God bless🙏🏼

3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
3 weeks ago

Patrica, thank you and GOD BLESS YOU

Tamra Garvin
Tamra Garvin donated $100

All the best to you.

3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
3 weeks ago

Tamra, thank you for your generous donation

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $100
3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Kathryn, thank you so very much for your generous donation. God bless you

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $100
3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Linda, Thank you for your generous donation. God bless you

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $220
3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Hey Stacie, how have you been? Hope things are going well. Thank you very much for your generous donation.

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Eva, thank you for your generous donation. People like you give me hope

J Svestka
J Svestka donated $75

Thank you for your service. I hope this helps a little.

3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

J, Thank you for your generous donation. Your donation helps a LOT

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
3 weeks ago

Hey Mark, how’s retirement going? Hope things are well. Thank you so much for your donation. God bless.

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $20
3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Michael-Robert, Thank you for your generous donation. because of good people like you i’m gonna be able to rebuild

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