05/23/2026
Hello, Perry’s Friends-
Today we have some devastating news to share. Last night, tragedy stuck one of our Shack Families when a fire destroyed their home and all their belongings.
We’re thankful and blessed to say they are all safe and healthy, but now faced with the massive task of rebuilding and replacing all that was lost.
We know how tight of a Perry’s community has been built over the last three decades…several of the family members have been longtime Shack employees…two currently still are. And we would love to come together as much as possible to help in any way we can.
At the moment we are collecting gift cards for basic needs:
Walmart, Target, Hannaford, Dick’s Sporting Goods…the kids are 15 & 17 and the whole family will need to replace everything.
If you prefer we also are accepting Venmo to purchase the cards for you or purchase Visa cards for general needs.
Clothing and shoe sizes and needs are listed on the Downeast Family YMCA page and can be dropped off there.
While we look ahead to next week and our opening weekend and the upcoming season, we want to take this time to pour our energy and support into one of our own. Please message with any questions or if you’re interested in helping this amazing family get through this devastating loss.
Thank you all!
~Melissa, Mike and the Shack Crew 🦞 ❤️
