Woman Finds Out 71-Year-Old DoorDash Driver Works 2 Jobs To Make Ends Meet - Steps In To Change His Life
When her meal was delivered to her by an elderly man, one woman brought the community together to help him retire.
When most of us think of hitting age 70, we are motivated by dreams of being retired and enjoying the fruits of our labor. Unfortunately, not all of us are so lucky.
For one elderly man in Idaho, his 70s meant still hustling and working two jobs to make ends meet- until one customer changed everything.
Fateful delivery
Anabelle Grace Stephens, 21, captured footage of an elderly DoorDash delivery person through her doorbell camera. She posted it on TikTok, where it ended up going viral, getting 10 million views and almost 20,000 comments.
Commenters were heartbroken, writing: "This makes me so, so sad. I get all emotional when I see the elderly working to survive."
I wish people that age didn't have to worry about continuing to work the rest of their lives.
TikTok commenter
Funding Kerry
Anabelle decided to create a GoFundMe page for the driver after seeing the amazing response to her video. She was able to track the driver down; and found out the 71-year-old’s name is Kerry Judd. Anabelle uncovered that not only was he still working as a delivery driver, he was also working a second job in security.
It isn’t easy with DoorDash basic pay of $2.50 per delivery. DoorDash fees are expensive so people don’t always tip because times are tough and there are times they are not able to go out so they order DoorDash.
Kerry Judd
Kerry had lost his wife ten years ago, and was in a position where he still had to support two of his sons. After posting the GoFundMe page, Anabelle was excited when she saw that she had raised $84,000 after only five days. Now, the GoFundMe has raised over $100,000.
"As you can see, Kerry really is a hard-working guy who is working two jobs, trying to make ends meet, and is still raising older children. We spoke for a while and there is so much more to his story but he is private and just wanted this to be put out in the world," Anabelle wrote.
He is funny and sweet and thinks he used to take one of his kids to a babysitter at the house I live in- small world. Let's help this man quit at least one of his jobs!
Anabelle Stephens
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Community rules
Anabelle’s amazing actions helped give Kerry some relief and relaxation without putting his family’s welfare at risk. She could have capitalized on the TikTok fame for herself, but instead she chose to use her platform for good. Not only that, but she encouraged her community to do good right alongside her.
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Military Dad Defends His 4 Little Daughters When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Military Dad of 4 Daughters Defends His Girls When Strangers Make This Rude Remark
Austin von Letkemann is the military officer strangers feel "sorry" for — and the reason is infuriating.
Whenever the devoted father leaves the house with his four children, strangers can't help but notice the officer in uniform is holding hands with 4 adorable little girls. They will tell the traditionally "masculine" and "all American" dad they feel sorry for him, because he has no sons. This dad makes one thing very clear: They are his daughters, they aren't a burden.
In a passionate video, von Letkemann took to Instagram to share with his followers that the only thing that's "difficult" about being a girl dad — is clapping back to these sexist remarks over and over again.
They Mock His Daughters To Their Face
When strangers approach Austin von Letkemann and his four daughters, they don't always realize that their comments are being overheard. They seem oblivious to the fact that his girls understand every word. Von Letkemann describes how people will approach him and, without thinking, make remarks like "I'm sorry" or even joke about his lack of sons. What they don't realize is that these comments, intended to be light-hearted or humorous, can be deeply hurtful to his daughters. These strangers are not just disrespecting von Letkemann's choices as a father; they're also sending a message to his daughters that their presence is something to be pitied. It’s a message that von Letkemann won't stand for, and he's speaking out to defend his girls from these insensitive remarksSaying "Get Your Shotgun" Isn't Funny — It's Sexist
Another common comment that Austin von Letkemann encounters is the old "better get your shotgun ready" trope, often delivered with a smirk or a wink. This line is typically intended to suggest that a father with daughters should be on high alert to protect them from potential "suitors," implying that they are objects to be guarded rather than individuals with agency.
Von Letkemann finds this line of thinking outdated and sexist. In his viral Instagram video, he points out that these jokes are not just stale — they're damaging.
By suggesting that his daughters require armed protection, the joke reinforces the idea that women are inherently vulnerable and need to be shielded from men. Von Letkemann argues that instead of promoting this narrative, society should focus on teaching respect and consent, challenging these sexist tropes at their source.
Watch Austin von Letkemann's Video:
"If I Had A Fifth Child, I'd HOPE It Was A Girl" — One Dad's Message For Other Parents
Despite the constant remarks about his lack of sons, Austin von Letkemann is clear: He wouldn't trade his daughters for anything.
In fact, he told his Instagram followers that if he were to have a fifth child, he would hope for another girl. This declaration isn't just about doubling down on his pride in his family — it's a pointed response to those who see fathering daughters as a misfortune.
Von Letkemann's stance is a powerful one, rejecting the notion that a family is incomplete without sons. He encourages others to question the assumptions behind these comments and to appreciate the joy and fulfillment that his daughters bring. By sharing his story, von Letkemann hopes to create a more inclusive perspective on fatherhood, one that values daughters just as much as sons.