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GoFundMe for Delivery Driver Raises Over $510,000

3/17/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Brittany Smith of Tennessee started a GoFundMe for 78-year-old Richard Pulley after witnessing his DoorDash delivery struggle.
The campaign, titled “Give Richard a Chance to Rest Again,” has raised over $510,000 and gained rapid traction.
Smith initially planned to tip more but launched the fundraiser after social media users expressed interest in helping.
Pulley began delivering to cover expenses after his wife lost her job and thanked supporters for their response.

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Historical Context

GoFundMe emerged as a vital fundraising platform during the 2009 economic downturn, allowing individuals like Richard Pulley to raise significant funds for personal causes. In 2021, Brittany Smith's campaign for Pulley raised over $510,000, reflecting a growing reliance on community support and social media for financial assistance during crises, emphasizing the importance of collective action in addressing economic hardships.

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Story summary

Brittany Smith of Tennessee started a GoFundMe for 78-year-old Richard Pulley after witnessing his DoorDash delivery struggle.
The campaign, titled “Give Richard a Chance to Rest Again,” has raised over $510,000 and gained rapid traction.
Smith initially planned to tip more but launched the fundraiser after social media users expressed interest in helping.
Pulley began delivering to cover expenses after his wife lost her job and thanked supporters for their response.

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