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 $50

I hope you are ok. I am glad you are safe.

3 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Dear Julie, Thank you for your generous donation and gracious thoughts. Yes I am ok and getting better every day. God bless you

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $25
4 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Julie, thank you for your generous donation. God bless you

Kevin B Andariese
Kevin B Andariese donated $100

Dan, Im so sorry to hear this. Prayers to you. Stay strong! Kevin

4 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Kevin, Thank you for your generous donation and gracious thoughts and prayers. I’m getting stronger every day. Again, thank you and god bless

Rebecca J. Car
Rebecca J. Car donated $25

From Lara's Aunt Becky. I'm so sorry for your loss. 🙏

4 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Rebecca, (Lara’s Aunt Becky) Thank you fopr your thoughts and prayers. Your generous donation gets me closed to rebuilding my house and life.

Deborah Cartet
Deborah Cartet donated $100

My thoughts and prayers are with you as you rebuild. 🙏🏻

4 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Deborah, Thank you for your generous donation, Your donation and Prayers will make rewbuilding much easier. Again, thank you and God bless you

Belinda Poston
Belinda Poston donated $100

May God give you peace and comfort. Wish I could give more.

4 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
4 weeks ago

Belinda, god bless you

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
4 weeks ago

Rosemarie, thank you for your donation every dollar helps

Ellen Haines
Ellen Haines donated $100
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
4 weeks ago

Ellen, Thank you so verry much

Kelly Dawson
Kelly Dawson donated $100
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
4 weeks ago

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

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
1 month ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
4 weeks ago

Gloria, thank you. every donation helps so very very much.

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