My name is Thurmon, and I’m humbly reaching out for help during one of the most challenging chapters of my life. Over the past few years, I’ve faced significant setbacks that have left me financially and emotionally strained.
Two real estate projects I was working on took unexpected turns, leading to $28,000 in credit card debt. Despite my efforts to recover, I was dealt another blow when four grants I wrote lost funding due to changes in this administration’s policies. Around this time, my marriage ended, and without W-2 income, I found myself unable to qualify for a rental apartment. I lived in an Extended Stay motel because it was the only option available to me. During this time, I also had to pay to keep my belongings in storage, an additional drain on my limited financial resources.
At 72 years old, I face additional challenges. With a bad back and limited job opportunities, I now drive for DoorDash to make ends meet. It’s enough to keep my head above water, but I’m unable to make substantial progress toward paying down my debts or rebuilding my life. While I’ve reached agreements with the credit card companies to stop interest charges, my accounts were frozen, and my credit card limits were reduced, which caused my credit utilization to skyrocket, further impacting my credit score. Most recently, I had a flat tire needing to replace 2 of them. During that process I was advised I needed brakes.
I am determined to rebuild my life, but I cannot do it alone. I’m seeking support to help me reduce my debts, regain financial stability, and move forward with hope. Any contribution, no matter how small, would mean the world to me and help me take a step toward reclaiming my future.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for your kindness and generosity.
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