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Burger King Chef Buys House with Viral GoFundMe Campaign Funds

Kevin Ford, recognized for his 27 years of uninterrupted service, turns online support into a new home and a life-changing event.

  • Kevin Ford, a Burger King chef who never missed a day of work in 27 years, has bought his own house thanks to a viral GoFundMe campaign.
  • The campaign was launched by Ford's daughter after a video of Ford sharing the modest gifts he received from Burger King for his dedication went viral on TikTok.
  • The GoFundMe campaign surpassed its original goal, raising nearly $450,000, which Ford used to purchase a house in Pahrump, Nevada.
  • Ford continues to work at the same Burger King location and plans to use the remaining funds for home renovations, helping his daughter buy a home, and for his retirement.
  • Ford has expressed his gratitude to all the donors, stating that the support from strangers not only provided him with a new home, but also saved his life.
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