Hope Faley—Hope Faley, a student at the Fashion Institute of Technology in New York City, passed away on Wednesday, October 23. Her family and friends are mourning the loss of a young woman who had just begun pursuing her dreams in the fashion industry. Originally from Iowa, Hope was living independently in New York, where she shared her apartment with her cherished cat, Milo.
Hope’s family is grappling with the financial burden of her funeral, travel expenses to New York City, and the cost of moving her belongings back to Iowa. In response, a fundraiser was created by Sarah Hoke to support the Faley family in covering these unexpected costs. The community has already shown incredible support; within moments of the fundraiser’s launch, Mya Bruns, Tana Fleming Leaverton, April Lindemann, Jennifer Flieder, and Becky Knudson were among those who donated, showing solidarity during this difficult time.
Friends and acquaintances have been sharing heartfelt messages on social media. Mykal Hullermann expressed sorrow, writing, "rest easy" and "another one gone way too soon."
The family hopes that support from the community will help them navigate the challenges ahead, and they invite those willing to contribute to the GoFundMe page or directly via Venmo to @sarah_mcglynn128. All donations will go toward supporting Hope’s family.
Our hearts go out to Hope’s family and friends. May they find peace, and may Hope’s spirit and memory live on.
Short Summary of Hope Faley
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Hope Faley |
| Date of Passing | October 23 |
| Fundraiser Created By | Sarah Hoke |
| Initial Donations | Mya Bruns ($20), Tana Fleming Leaverton ($50), April Lindemann ($30), Jennifer Flieder ($50), Becky Knudson ($100) |
| Location | New York City, NY |
| Purpose | Funeral expenses, travel costs, and moving expenses for the family |
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