72-Year-Old Grandma Falls during Food Delivery Run, Gets over $270,000 after People See the Footage

A video capturing 72-year-old Barbara Gillespie, a Domino’s Pizza delivery rider, stumbling while delivering pizzas went viral. The footage revealed her dedication despite her age, working to make ends meet after years as a school lunch lady. Lacey Klein, the customer, empathized with Gillespie’s struggles and started a GoFundMe page to help her. The TikTok video gained immense traction, generating over $274,814 in donations. Klein, initially hoping for a short break for Gillespie, was astonished by the overwhelming response. The funds raised allowed Gillespie to retire, and Klein shared the news on Facebook, expressing excitement for her newfound retirement. The act of kindness from Klein and the online community changed Gillespie’s life, highlighting the power of collective support.

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