Tamie Konzier, a lifestyle influencer, initiated a fundraising effort on TikTok for Betty, an 81-year-old waitress financially struggling on Social Security. After overhearing that Betty's monthly benefits were insufficient for her living costs, Konzier and her son posted a video appealing for support. Their efforts quickly gained traction, resulting in a GoFundMe that raised over $140,000 within 24 hours to assist Betty. The initiative highlights the community's willingness to support those in need. Betty expressed gratitude and humorously remarked about needing a financial advisor post-fundraising success.
"She only makes $910 a month on social security and she has to still work because her bills exceed $910 a month," Konzier said in a video posted on TikTok Wednesday.
"I worked all my life as a waitress and still can't retire," Betty said when she received the cash.
"I'm overwhelmed with joy but like overwhelmed with all the messages because I never knew this was going to happen," Konzier tearfully shared in a TikTok video posted on Thursday.
"I guess I better get a financial advisor," Betty joked as she celebrated the fundraising success.
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