Here's a link to a GoFundMe campaign to help the Whittaker family purchase a new home: gofund.me/c3d062e7. For those preferring other ways to donate, you can also use PayPal @marklaita824 or cashapp $swumarklaita.

I rarely have time to read comments on my videos, but yesterday I took a peak and after reading a couple very sweet comments, I decided to read more. After reading many comments yesterday (all of them very kind and compassionate) it made my day. I’m so proud of the community we’ve built here. I think this is my proudest moment since starting SWU.

Lorraine saying "hi" absolutely melted me. She doesn't ever talk, and the fact she got up, all excited and said hi to both of them. Just melted me

Timmy is always busy. He’s either coloring, writing, or doing a word search. He’s always keeping his mind active. I love that. This family has really grown on me.

I hope Ray's knee pain is dealt with and his health gets better. Dude is a cool person 🙌🏻

Oh my heart just about burst when Lorraine jumped up and greeted you both. The growth is incredible. We need more Marks in this world.

Timmy and his coloring book make me smile. Keeping his mind busy! Ray showing off his new pants so proudly… and then of course Lorraine comfortable as can be. Mark you are a absolute good hearted man for helping this family thrive again. ❤

Loraine sure came to life when she saw Lauren, I’ve never heard her speak before, it melted my heart. God bless you both.

If this family drank alcohol or there were a few alcoholics in this family, these documentaries wouldn’t even work. That’s what makes these video documentaries so wholesome. Love this family. They literally can’t be blamed for how they are. They didn’t choose this. They are doing the best that they can. God bless them and everyone that is helping them.

They need their own channel. Weekly or monthly videos. I can't get enough of this precious family. I hope they're able to get that new house. Sending love and prayers to the Whittaker family!❤

Thank you for not judging this family and treating them with respect like they deserve. I am an accountant married to an aerospace engineer whom I share a 3 year old child with and we live really comfortably but it wasn't always that way for me. I was raised by a single mother who was struggling to make ends meet. Our house was falling apart, filthy, our couches all ripped up, and our showers were moldy. I was always too embarrassed to invite my friends over growing up from past experiences of having people over. They were always visibly uncomfortable they would try to hide but i can always tell therefore I never liked having anyone over. A lot of my aunts, uncle, etc judged our family and would say we were the poorest of the whole family. They eventually stopped inviting my mom over for family reunions because of course what could we offer at the time when we lived in poverty. It was such a hard time for me but now im grateful for it because now I know who my real friends are and it motivated me to give my mom a better life. My son has never known what poverty is like and will never know what it's like. It is sad how many people will humiliate you when you have nothing.

If they get the new house maybe we can all donate to pay for Betty to have a person come in a couple times a week to help her clean. Trying to take care of everyone has to be overwhelming for her . She's so precious.

Timmy going straight to heaven he just so happy and calm!

It makes my whole day when Mark brings us back to see everyone . I love to see Rays face light up when he sees him . Thankyou for another great episode.

The first time I watched these videos I was so ignorant, I looked at these people as if they weren’t human. I admit that. This video really shows me what a strong, healthy family dynamic the Whittakers have. Not only with how they treat each other but their dogs too. Wonderful people.

Amazing to see the effects of friendship. From the first video to now, you can see how at ease the family has got with Mark. The engagement has increased noticeably.

I was sitting in a bout of depression that I'm working on after finally ending my dance with alcoholism, and have binge'd out on the videos of this family and the comments....and I want to express so much immense love to Mark for making these videos and shining such a beautiful light on the beauty of aspects of life often shoved into the darkness....and so much love to the people in the comments showing such immense compassion, empathy and humanity...you give me hope for the state of our species.....and to this family, thank you for showing that you can be happy just by being. Sometimes - probably all the time - that is just enough. We just tend to forget. This series has given me a deep remembering, and my soul thanks you all. If you're reading still, I don't know you but I love you anyway for being a human in this human experience with me, trying to figure it out and doing our best. You're doing great. Celebrate the little victories, and always be compassionate. Every story matters. Including yours. What an amazing channel........helping me remember what an amazing world....

I’ve never seen Lorraine be so talkative before the videos. That is so cool how she’s so happy to see you guys❤

Mark, I've noticed how comfortable the whole family has gotten with you now. It's like night & day from the start of this until now. You can see the happiness and pride when they are showing you things or explaining things to you. Really hell of a job you've done well with them. People really enjoy watching the family. (Or any regulars on your channel). I'm sure their dogs need vet care too. Id sure donate to that. I'm sure Timmy needs coloring supplies and colors/pencils. You are doing such a fabulous job out there. Safe travels.

This family is a testament that happiness is a state of mind. They don't care that they don't have the best home, clothes, shoes, social standing etc . . . they are just happy for what they have and for being with each other. You can tell that they would do anything for each other. This was compelling and I thank you for bringing them to us.

Please don't let Ray suffer. He should be on Celibrex ( arthritis medicine) he will have no more pain. Someone needs to take him to the doctor

This is the first time I’ve seen Lorraine act that way. Was so eager to greet them and give hugs. So awesome. I donated for their home and I hope everyone else does too. It would help them so much and is a way to give back for them opening their life up to us.

When Ray pulled the seat up for you, I was just thinking how kind and respectful his heart is. ❤️ I hope he gets some help for his knee. I also hope they get that house next door, because they deserve a nice, clean home to live in. Let's make that happen!

I felt so incredibly sorry for Ray as he continuously tried to point out his painful knee.If it is indeed arthritis, treatment can be sought to relief his pain.Imagine the agony he is going through without the ability to express it adequately..His body language and behaviour, however, clearly displays his continuous discomfort. As a nurse, I have such empathy for him, my heart breaks

I, probably like a lot of people, began watching this family as a kind of curiosity. Upon first glance, they may seem a little different than most people you'll run into in life, but they really seem to be nice, loving group. I actually cried at one of these videos, when he came back to visit and was greeted with smiles and hugs. It's good to be reminded that we shouldn't judge others unfairly.

I love just sitting on the porch with you, listening to all the conversations. Watching the dogs play and nobody on their phone..they spend more quality time together than anyone...happy safe travels Mark💙🌎✌️

There's something kinda comforting, knowing that no matter what's going on in the world, the Whittaker's and their dogs will be right there on the porch... Feel better soon Ray ❤

Poor Ray, you can tell that he really is in a lot of pain with his knee. Praying for the Whittaker’s. It is really great how respectful and kind you are to them all, Mark!

You can feel the genuine love this family has for each other. They make me smile.

I love Betty. She keeps them all together and always happy! So glad you are able to help them.

it warms my heart to see Lorraine warm up to you so much over the years. She has been trying to communicate more and more with you.

It's so great to see Lorraine interact finally. Such sweet folks, so glad you are now considered part of their family.

I love how the kitchen is slowly-but-surely being decluttered. The warmth of these folks is so touching and wonderful.

I wouldn't mind sitting on the porch with this family. Such beautiful souls. Betty is an encyclopedia of the family history and everyone's ages. She's a real angel on earth taking care of everybody.

Wow, Lorraine! What joy to see her get up, smiling and hugging. Such true emotions.

Mark you are an inspiration to mankind. You restore my faith in humanity more and more just by being so genuine and always willing to help those in need. I can’t believe in 1 days there’s 77k raised already! That’s absolutely incredible! I feel like they will be able to get that house before winter at this rate!

Your visits are a breath of fresh air to this family, a ray of sunshine. Thank you.

Look at Lorraine go!! I love that she’s talking more!! And Ray, ugh, my heart…he needs to see a doctor for his knee. He’s probably in so much pain. He laid down and that was it. He’s usually not like that. I’m so happy to see that go fund me total so far. I know that you’ll be able to get that money no problem. I’ll donate this Friday. So awesome for them to be able to have a new home with their own rooms. New bedding for Ray definitely. I love this family! You’re an angel mark. ❤ Edit: Ray is like begging for help by showing you his knee every time you go over to him. Please keep us updated if he sees a doctor. I hope he’s able to.

Very humble ❤. Mark asked Betty if it'd make her happy if she got a new house and she didn't hear him correctly, but she says she's happy 😊. She's happy with her life the way it is. I wish there were more people in this world that just appreciated what they have at the moment and quit trying to compete with the neighborhood. Peace and love to Mark, Lauren and the Whittaker Family ❤

While watching this my husband pointed out how amazing it is that this family knows exactly what the other one is saying with out even having full words! Just beautiful I love the Whittakers and really hope everyone can pull together like Mark said even 5 dollars and help them get that new house!

Please keep us posted with updates from this special family. It makes hard times a little more bearable to see innocent people like this family. Thank you for showing us this humble precious family.

I live In the UK and think our current cost of living crisis is hard but when you see the most lovely family living like this it really makes you realize how lucky us Brits are. I've not much money but donated towards the new house. I hope rays knee can be treated too, felt he wasn't himself on this visit x thanks mark for your channel and letting people into such interesting lives such as the Whittaker's

Poor Ray ! I think the reason that he’s laying on the couch isn’t isolation but it’s because of his knee. He could possibly need knee surgery or steroid shots or something to get him out of pain. He really does need medical attention. I also want to thank you Mark for all that you’re doing for them ♥️ Our country is filled with people like this and if it weren’t for people like you then no one would be getting the help and attention that they need

Two Whittaker family vids in two days? Awesome! I see a few families like them in other parts of West Virginia and it makes me so happy that they're beating treated so well. That's the first time I've seen Lorraine talk and hug, shes such a sweetheart. Mark, you and Lauren are making the world a better place.

Someone needs to help them clean up this place 😢 no one should have to live like that.

Ray seems to have come the furthest since meeting mark, hes proud of his new jeans even, from the first time meeting he wasnt bothered by anything, now he treats mark like family and is so talkative and relaxed and proud of himself, heartwarming ❤

Timmy wouldn’t change his coloring book for pizza! Good boy! And all those dogs wagging their tails just melted my heart.❤️

Mark- There are so many layers of thoughts and emotions that come up when I watch these folks. The level of compassion and love that you demonstrate towards the Whittakers in a world ( and country) that is is sick with a lack of compassion is remarkable. Can we chip in and find a cleaning/maintenance service for them? I know it’s hard up there, but if they get a new place they need someone to help them keep it up so it doesn’t get trashed. Love and helping others is the only real thing that remains in this world long after we are gone.

The world needs more sweet souls like this family. Just genuine people.

Lorraine seems to opening up to you more and more and hearing her talk a ill bit just made my heart smile! And what a sweet gesture of Ray pulling u up a chair to sit and watch some TV with him! Everyone seems to be more happier now then they were at first...Betty loves her visitors. I would love to meet up with a bunch of subscribers and go down there and help out in anyway we can...maybe cleaning inside the house and porch and whatever fixing outside might need just to go do something to help Incase they can't get the new house they'll at least have a clean home to live in

I’ve been following you for a long time and what you have done for these people is nothing short of a miracle. With your money you could be sitting on a beach somewhere but you chose to do this. It’s amazing. Your amazing. All the best to you.

I just love your relationship with people, Mark. The donations are flooding in already! I can't wait to see the next update of them in their new home

I worked in Social Services, when I first started the administration told us not sit on cloth furniture. Thank God there are people like you to be able to show others how to show compassion to families like this.

I adore Timmy. I’d guess that he has the mind of a 4-5 year but he’s always so happy when Mark visits. And he was so proud about his coloring book. And he did such a good job!

Thank you Mark for the bonus time with the Whittakers. I honestly can’t get enough of this honest and wholesome family. I would love to see them move to Beverly Hills, but next door is just fine. I can’t think of a more deserving family. I am blessed to have spent time with them. Poor Ray, his knee is really bringing him down. I pray he finds relief. Somehow I can understand his and Timmy’s way of communicating, just one more surprise the Whittakers have blessed me with. Thank you Mark for bringing this blessing into my life.

The look on rays face when he saw mark walk in was priceless and definately made my day. Your good people Mark, they are blessed to have met you

Man I wish they had a reality series every week!!! I've watch them over anything the Kardashians have to offer

This family is the sweetest. They didn’t have a choice to be born the way they are but with the lack of education, finance n health they are really starting to fade out of the “surviving” stage and into “thriving” with all the help they are getting now. Look at em go! Loraine more social, Betty probably less stressed, ray getting some health help and tummy getting to enjoy the fun things in life. Mark u really did change some lives here and I’m sure Betty and Larry are extremely happy with the help they have now. Blessings to you and lauren! ❤

Mark you have given the Whittaker’s a great sense of normalcy that otherwise wouldn’t have happened. Your kind heart and generosity along with compassion make a huge difference in their lives. You’ve opened them up to a new outlook and can clearly see they love you in their own way. The fact that people come from everywhere to befriend and visit them shows that we still have kind people in this world. I realize you may not always get a fair comment from certain people but you taking time to open your heart says a lot about you as a person. I’m sorry I forgot the young lady’s name but she deserves credit as well. It takes a special person to have patience and good heartedness in a world with so much negativity. Thanks again from a friend in Telluride Colorado.

In our affluent, bored society, it takes a family like the Whittakers to remind us of what it takes to be happy. They never let adversity interfere with loving and supporting each other. They show us that, even in the worst of circumstances, we can still CHOOSE how we respond to life's challenges. Happiness is not a passive emotional state; it's a conscious decision & moral obligation to others. In many ways, the Whittakers are living a richer life than the Kardashians. Mark, you've done the Whittakers and all of us a great service!

I'm sure they all have disability checks, Social Services have people who will take them to the grocery store,help to keep the home clean and take them to Dr appointments. Someone's not doing their job at the County.

When Ray pulled the chair out for Mark it made my heart melt.. although he clearly has a delay he understands kindness.. wishing this family the best.

You can see how much theyre life has improved since you started helping them. It makes me so happy to see them all smiling and exited to see you. You are a my hero.

Nice to see how talkative Lorraine was! 🤗 I’m so happy they have visitors from all over the country. Mostly, I’m grateful that you came into their lives to share such innocence and family with all of us. Thank you for all that you do for them & the immense joy that you’ve added to their lives as well as your viewers. God bless you 🙏🏼🩵🩵🩵

Ray is my boy, I absolutely love him ❤️ I've been brought up with disabled people in my family, I can see say is so loving

Awww it warmed my heart so much when Larry was telling Timmy how good of a job he did on his coloring book. Timmy was so proud 🥹

@ 1:12 hearing ray’s scream at the passing by truck absolutely cracked me up. he’s adorable lol. i love this family so much.

Mark, what you've done here is nothing short of a spectacle of the human spirit. This entire saga has been heartwarming, informative, eye opening, and fun. This family not only deserves respect, but they deserve to be seen in a different light that you've very much provided. They look happier and healthier than EVER. Thanks for sharing this experience with us. PS - Glad to see Jack is OK!

Mark is a very sweet and wonderful gentleman . Thank you fur looking out for this family . In the end , your good deeds will be rewarded by the great one in the heavens above .

Love seeing these guys so content in their own little part of the world. And those dogs look happy and very well cared for too.

I literally ran around the house with my phone telling my kids that there was an update on the Whittakers! Glad to see everyone is doing alright! Mark, thank you for helping me show my kids that compassion is cool; that helping other people is worth it. Great work!

The way Ray just yelled and waved at the passing car, the things they do make me laugh & it's so great to see them all in good health! Bless them all

Why am I so fascinated with this family? I've watched hours of them chatting. I think it's refreshing to see people content and happy. These people probably don't have smart phones and social media. I kind of long for a simpler life like they have.

I love the affirmations they give one another. Like with Timmy’s picture, they encouraged & give positive affirmation! This family is precious!

What you guys do for this family is unbelievable…you’re great human beings

Love the positive comments ❤ I hope Ray feels better ! The dogs are so adorable ! I can’t wait to see this family again!

the more i watch them, i just fall in love with them. When they were looking at the picture Timmy colored and they were encouraging him like "keep it up." and he was so proud of his picture.

Oh my! The greetings from Ray and Lorraine especially melted my heart! ❤

What you have done and created here Mark, is nothing short of a minor miracle. Amazing reach and way more interesting than shooting glamour shots! Kudos to you!

I live in Australia, came across these videos by accident, have watched all of them and so have some of my friends as well now, these people are probably happier than families that think they are much better off than the Whittakers, well I am much better off in money terms but I think they are much happier in life, a good life lesson for all I think, Good luck in the future for the Whittakers . Just donated a small amount of money to get them there new house, that would help them out so much, please help if you can. Cheers from down under.

You know these people live the simplest life. I love watching your stories of them. They are just true honest downhome people

How heartwarming to see everyone so excited to see you. Even the dogs were excited and Lorraine actually got up, tried to speak and was hugging. What a difference you’ve made for this family. It’s so nice that Ray’s in clean clothes and excited to show his new jeans. I’m sure he feels so much better about himself. Tylenol Arthritis would really help him. I’m betting that the asking price for that house is inflated because they know you help them and know you’ll pay more. I’m hoping it can happen for them and they get more realistic with the price. The house they’re in sadly needs to be condemned. If each subscriber donates $5 it would definitely help. Thanks for doing what you do. 👏🏻💖

Awww, I'm only 2 min in and seeing Lorraine get up to hug the both of you brought tears to my eyes. She used to be so shy, and now she has so much trust & love for you. ❤ God Bless you Mark. We need more people like you in this world❣️🙏

It was truly a blessing walking up and meeting the Whittaker's at a Burger King..There really the nicest ppl you ever wanna meet..I let em all know how great thay are doing..ESPECIALLY..Timmy and the cross word's puzzles and his coloring..Am 💯 glad thay have a friend like Mark..We've been praying Thay find a new home..

The way they support Timmy with his drawing is great. I have come to enjoy this family alot.

One of the most compelling, and heart warming series ive ever seen

You can tell by following this through the years that Mark has made a huge impact on these folks lives. Especially Ray. I bet Ray does not come around to anyone but Mark. You are a great guy Mark. I know it's nothing to do with money. These people have a much better quality of life because of Mark.

Sweet people. I love the fact that their neighbors are protecting them. And so are you with your gentle ways ❤️

Mark im from southern wv and what you have done and are doing for the Whittakers is amazing to watch over the years. Its the main reason i subscribed the the channel in the beginning and now i watch alot of your content and im for sure sending money to help them get this home. Im a disabled combat vet and not rich but i can for sure throw 20 or 25 there way! Thanks for all you do for this family brother!

I love that the Whittakers enjoy their celebrity at the state fair and whenever they go into town, and that good folks from all over come by to visit. I think that Marks’ revealing documentation and authentic friendship over the years with this lovely family has certainly shone some more sunshine and warmth into their lives, and ours.. God bless ♥️😊✌🏽

I envy how close they are. Just that alone makes them wealthier then most Americans. Thank you for always being so kind to these people, and I thank the Whittakers for allowing the world a peek into their lives. Ray and Lorraine are probably my favorite two but definitely I really love them all. I truly enjoy watching all the videos Mark posts, it's so interesting to see a glimpse into other people's lives and experiences. People intrigue me so much......even though I am one of them. LOL. Thank you and may God bless those sweet people!! Never complain about anything, happy with what they have and so appreciative for anything they get.

Such a sweet family. Genuine souls. They deserve better

Yes, myself and my family absolutely love the Whittakers they are absolutely infectious and you can’t help but to love them they have just tugged on my heartstrings and melted me from head to toe. May God continue to bless them and their animals peace and love and good vibrations.

Lorraine's response to you two was precious. Of course, Ray is just adorable. I hope everyone donates. I agree, that house is overpriced for where it is. Sellers are just being greedy right now, but sometimes the greed is absurd like this one. The location simply isn't worth it. You have my donation. Good luck with finding them a home.

I love how the family all just chills together!! We need more of that in the world.

I fell in love with this family. Especially Ray. You are so very good to them and it melts my heart Thank you for treating them so well ❤️

Timmy should sign and sell his pictures! These guys are content with what they have and so loving. Goes to show you don't need money to be happy. Hope they get the house, and a maid to boot! Thank you Mark for caring.

Ray is so sweet and kind.Timmy is so good at coloring. So proud of all of them. You've changed a whole family. Thanks for sharing.

This family has so much of what so many families are missing... That is love and compassion.. Thank you Mark for sharing these wonderful people

From reading all of these comments, i have hope for the human race, and it shows people still have hearts and compassion ❤ God bless you Mark you are truly an angel 😇