The Agile Daily Standup - AgileDad $1 from 130,000 Strangers: Bella’s Viral Mission to Reclaim Her Great-Aunt’s Home
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Sep 26, 2025 Meet 14-year-old Bella, on a heartfelt mission to reclaim her great-aunt's home. With her idea to raise $1 from 130,000 strangers through TikTok, she’s already gathered $43,000! This grassroots movement is fueled by small donations from a supportive community. Bella promises transparency, pledging to refund donors if her goal isn’t met. Hear uplifting stories of generosity and learn how listeners can help amplify this touching initiative. It's a reminder of how people come together for a cause that truly matters!
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Teen Launches Viral $1 Campaign
- Fourteen-year-old Bella launched a TikTok campaign to raise $1 from 130,000 people to buy her great-aunt's house next door.
- She comes from a large, homeschooled family and helps at her dad's snow-cone stand to contribute to the effort.
Family Home Sold Out Of Family
- The house once belonged to Bella's great-aunt and uncle and later left the family when it was sold and rented.
- Bella wants the home back to be near her parents and to have a place to live when she turns 18.
Transparency Drives Small-Donor Trust
- Bella promises no funds will be wasted, offering refunds or reallocating donations to college or another home if needed.
- That transparency and respect for donors helped drive trust and small-dollar giving momentum.