Overview

• Former news anchor Karen Swensen initiated the GoFundMe campaign after encountering McCormick.
• The fundraiser quickly gained traction, reaching over $220,000 in just 24 hours.
• McCormick, who only receives $1100 from social security, needs $2500 monthly to live.
• Hoda Kotb and thousands of donors contributed to the successful campaign.
• McCormick now has the choice to retire and live comfortably.