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Stand With Our Son - A Veteran, Father, and Man of Honor

Military
Good Cause
United States
Florida
Created June 17th, 2025
Raised$5,600
Donations49
Shares21
Days ran29

Their story

As parents - and now grandparents - we never expected to find ourselves in this position, reaching out for help.  We've always believed in working hard, taking care of our own, and keeping our heads held high through difficult times.  Asking for support doesn't come easily to us, but this is different.  This is about our son - and our beautiful granddaughter.

Our son Darren is a military veteran currently serving in the reserves.  He is also a single father who has fought tirelessly to win custody of his 3 year old daughter.  That battle was long and painful, but justice prevailed.  He now has full custody, and he and our granddaughter live with us as he works to rebuild a stable, loving life for the two of them.  

Unfortunately, soon after divorce papers were served, his ex-wife made false allegations that led to military legal proceedings.  These are separate from the custody case and have dragged on, putting his reputation, future and career aspirations in law enforcement at risk.  

We know our son.  We know his heart, his integrity, and his commitment - to God, his daughter, his country, and his community.  We believe in him without question.  But belief alone doesn't pay for the legal defense he needs to defend himself and clear his name.  

This is why we're reaching out.  We are doing everything we can to support him, but the legal costs have become too great to bear alone.  We're asking for help - not because we want to, but because our son and granddaughter need it.  

If you're able to donate, know that every dollar will go directly toward legal fees for his defense and the fight to clear his name.  And if you can't give, your prayers, encouragement, and shares mean the world to us.

Thank you for standing beside our son.  God bless you.

With heartfelt gratitude,                                                                                                                                          Dianne & Darren Terry (sr.)                                                                                                                                      proud parents and grandparents. 

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Dianne Terry Verified User
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The Crisci Family
The Crisci Family donated $100

Continued Prayers Matthew 19 : 26 💙

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Amen!!! Yes, all things with Him are possible! We love you all very much! Thanks for always being in our corner, all through the years!!!!!!!! XOXO

Dylan Smith
Dylan Smith donated $100
1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you for your love and support! You're a special young man and we love you!! God bless!!

Pickleball wifey
Pickleball wifey donated $100

Love you pal ❤️

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

We love you! Thanks pal for believing in him and standing with us in this fight! God is good!

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you for believing in our son. Your generosity will surely help to clear his name and protect his future! You have invested in good seed! God bless you!

Joe Chorba
Joe Chorba donated $100

Jeremiah 33.3 “Call to Me, and I will answer you, and tell you and even show you great and mighty things (things which have been confined and hidden) which you do not know.”

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you brother for always standing up! We love you all, dearly! God has this because He is GOOD!

John Kaylor
John Kaylor donated $100

Praying for all of you that God's will be done. Love to all

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you both for your love, prayers and support! It is making a difference! We love and miss you!

Mark LeFevre
Mark LeFevre donated $200
1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you, brother to you and your wife! You've been a blessing to us in many ways. Love you guys!

Sharon & Don
Sharon & Don donated $100

You are in our thoughts and prayers

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you, dear friends! We have been blessed to have you as our loving neighbors! God bless you. Love you guys!

Kim Dubin
Kim Dubin donated $100

Just keep pouring love into that little girl, Darren. God will sort out the rest. Love ya! ❤️

1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thanks, pal for your love and prayers for our kids! You're such a blessing! We love you!! God bless!

Blaine and Pauline Byers
Blaine and Pauline Byers donated $100
1 year ago

Reply from Dianne Terry
1 year ago

Thank you, dear friends! Your love and prayers are a great blessing that are seeing them through this ordeal. God is good! Love you, God bless!

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