Hey, my name is Denis Burke. My story is a very long one to understand but I will try to cut it down as best I can. I live in colorado springs colorado where hippies like me live laugh and love. I am cursed with the heart to care for friends as if they were family because my own family and I never got along well. I moved out when i was 16. I’m 28 now. I met a woman when i was 14 and me n her grew up to be best friends. Shes fed me when I was poor gave me rides when it was cold or raining.. she has been there for me when I needed her the most.. recently she shared with me that she had been suffering from a meth addiction. This caught me by suprise because I had not noticed even the slightest clue that she had been using daily for the past 5 years. I dont know much about meth other then it keeps you up for days. She told me this finally because she wanted to quit but it was hard and she needed someone to understand.. and she knew that was me.. a few months ago in august I caught he rdd using in my home and i got real angry with her and wanted to kick her out but as she got up to leave I remembered she needed me to understand her not to abandon her. So i tried to get he rdd to stay said i was sorry but she felt so guilty I had to jump in the car with her to get her to understand that I was just as emotional as she was. I asked her to drive to the store so we could grab some snacks and drinks and on the way there we got pulled over. She has two kids a boy as and a girl aiden is 10 and autumn is 7. If she got another drug charge she feared that they might take her kids away from her and if she did get another drug charge she might serve a year or 2 in prison.. I just couldn’t let this addiction take it all away from her. She deserves a second chance not from me but from the world.. she forgot her drugs where out in plain sight by the gear shifter so I grabbed the bag and put it in my pocket. She didnt even know I did it. As fate would have it these cops felt unusually clingy they saw a black female and a white male and just couldn’t believe we were just going to the gas station. They wanted to do a gun frisk because it was a bad part of town so they searched us both and the car.. they found the drugs in my pocket and took me to jail right there. I did not get a p.r bond nobody bailed me out I was in there for 45 days when I got out I had lost my home my job and everything I own besides my car.. she lived with her mom and dad so she couldn’t help neither could any friends. She has gone to in-patient rehab after seeing me suffer for my choice. I’m asking for any help to get me back on my feet gas money clothes a hotel room for a night before an interview to shower.  Please and god bless

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Hello,

First, thank you for taking the time to read this post. Second, please know that I am absolutely mortified to be asking for help. I am a 37 year old female that has been 100% self sufficient since the age of 19. I have NEVER asked for help from anyone (even when truly desperate), as I have always been too proud and would find a way to make things work.

I will start by telling you I do have a good career, and work hard regardless of any situation. I have even recently started a part time job delivering groceries in my spare time, which there definitely is not a lot of, but I try to put in as many hours as possible.

This past spring my world was turned upside down and inside out. As a single professional, my dog was truly my world outside of the office. I finally had to stop being selfish and say goodbye to my best friend in the world once the vet said he was in pain and nothing else could be done. The following day was not only the worst because I couldn’t comprehend him not being here with me, but because of a phone call I received from the local hospital. My mom (only relative) was admitted and I was called as I am the emergency contact.

My mom had been diagnosed with stage 4 (end of life) nonalcoholic cirrhosis of the liver and cancer. She knew about it for quite some time, but hid it from me as if you met her – until recently she was very much the healthiest and most vibrant woman. Often times people confused us as sisters. In my heart, I believe that she hid it not only to keep my from worrying, but in part she was in denial.

Her life is now coming to an end. I found out this summer that she has no money left. Her memory (and body) are failing, and a few months ago I found out her house was going to be foreclosed on. Being that house (and myself) is all she has, I took the maximum loan against my 401K to save it. She insisted on in-home hospice, and I can’t deny her the comfort of her own home during her final time in this lifetime.

Since saving her house I have maxed my credit cards, taken on the part time job, and paid every bill for her. I don’t have the heart, and I am not sure at this point she would fully comprehend that in taking care of her, I haven’t been taking care of me… financially, physically, or emotionally. All of my bills are past due, and most importantly I am now behind on my rent, car payment, and bills. I cannot have an eviction on my credit, as when she passes I will need to be able to lease another place. It is very hard to lease an apartment here with an eviction on your credit. I am working hard with my landlord to make arrangements, but unfortunately she is not being flexible or understanding. I would like to bring my rent current and terminate my lease to move into my mom’s house until she passes. I also cannot lose my car, as I need it to drive all over to maintain both my full time and part time jobs. I already terminated the lease on my mom’s car as she is unable to drive, and her payment was more than mine. To bring my rent current and break my lease I owe $3956. I am also almost $1000 behind on my car payments which they are threatening to reposes if not brought current by next week.

I have my mom still here (as of now) for the holidays, and that is more than any gift or fancy meal to me. If I could have one holiday wish, I would wish for one day with my mom where I wasn’t going insane racking my brains on how I was going to manage working 2 jobs, pay both our bills, feed her, bathe her, make sure everything was ready for the next day for the hours I am not around, trying to rest during the 3 hours I give myself a night – and just truly TRULY enjoy one day with her where she has my full attention and energy.

As mentioned above, I am mortified to even be writing this, and even more so to be asking for help. I love helping those in need, and wholeheartedly believe in paying it forward. Even if you are unable to assist financially, I am grateful for anyone that has taken the time to read this long message, as it has taken everything out of me to even type it. If you are able to assist in any way not only will I be eternally grateful, but I am most willing to repay (just tell me where to send it) or pay it forward to others in need once …. I can’t even say it but I am sure you know what comes next.

I wish all a very happy holiday season, and a healthy happy new year.

Many thanks in advance.

S R S

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Hi my name is nicole and to make a long story short I was supposed to start working for a company for a job that I would’ve loved . Ive been waiting to start with them for a long time now but they told me today their production dept shut down and they’ve basically just wasted a year of my time . I owe 8000 in rent amongst many other bills and credit card debt. I am ready to give up on life at this point which is what brought me here .I would greatly appreciate any kind of help . Thank you

I have the ugly pink notice (just removed from my door) and I’m desperate for help.

I have been trying to pay off several small loans (family, payday loans) to stay afloat. In November, one of the family loans needed to be paid in full immediately; my relative had their own needs. I thought I’d be able to pay off that loan without an adverse effect, but my November rent came back. I did what I could to fill in the gaps, but I was unable to find what I needed. I was unable to pay both November and December (and court/late fees) with one paycheck.

I have a few options for help and enough to pay most of the court fees, but I’m still about $1500 short. I work full time and can’t skip work (or really take calls during the day) without getting into trouble with the bosses. I always try to pay it forward when someone helps me out, and will continue that habit as long as I am able.

 My backup plans and backup backup plans have been falling through; I don’t drive or own a vehicle, so I can’t add a rideshare or delivery job. I applied for a less expensive apartment that has a no-rent-this-month special and was denied due to my current situation. I don’t have family in the area or friends with extra space. My cats don’t need to be put on the street (I don’t want to, either, but I’m more worried about them). 

I don’t have holiday plans to salvage or travel to rearrange. I only have myself and two very sweet cats that lack outdoor skills. I’m in Colorado in December, so I can’t really get a cheap tent and find a park that’s temporary resident friendly. We’ve already had two significant snowstorms, and one of them led to ice-covered streets and sidewalks that weren’t cleared for a week — and I hit a patch of that ice and fell hard enough to injure my knee. (The other knee is frequently injured and generally hurts.) 

I am continuing to seek local help; ideally, I’ll be able to pay off my balance before things get really bad. Beginning in January I will be going to the closest branch of my bank for a (certified) money order to pay rent every month; even after my finances balance out, I would prefer that certainty to relying on automatic payments. 

Any help is appreciated.

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A year ago today, I had no idea where I would be at this moment. My husband and I had a perfect life from the outside looking in, however I began to grow increasingly concerned with his behaviors as I noticed that he seemed to be self medicating. Fast forward to April, he was fired from a wonderful job, too scared and embarrassed to tell me the truth and come home ( he was working out of state) and before I knew what was happening, had locked himself up in a motel room, drinking and gambling away our savings, leaving me with 5 beautiful children (3 under school age) and no way to care for them.

After many prayers and tears, once the money was gone, I was able to get him home and into treatment. Part of this journey included a 5 month separation,  me going back to work full time (which ended up costing more than I was making after childcare and gas), and him taking any odd jobs he can find to make ends meet- which we still haven’t been able to do.

While I am so proud to say that he has now been sober with the help of a doctor and intensive outpatient treatment for almost 6 full months and our family is back under the same roof, I am worried sick, as we are about to be evicted from our home. Our landlord has been wonderful to work with us and allowed us to make late payments the last 3 months ( after over a year of living here, and even paying early many months) however, we are now behind $750 for this month and still have not paid the $100 in late fees from November. The only vehicle which holds all of our children is up for repossession, and our water and electricity are schedule for disconnect on 12/16 and 12/23, with a special needs child who has a surgery scheduled for 12/30. The children have medicaid and we do receive state assistance for food, however, in order to bring all outstanding bills current, we are still lacking approximately $1800. We have cut out any and all unnecessary expenses, and it is so frustrating to still not be able to make it.

It is my hope that someone will help us get back up on our feet, and that one day we will be able to pay it forward. Thank you for taking the time to read our story.

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Hello to all caring human beings,

My name is Kevin and I am 61 years young.  My common law wife, myself, and our two cats will soon be evicted from where we are currently staying, at an Extended Stay hotel in the Metro Washington D.C, area.  I am not normally one to ask anybody for financial assistance, but these are extraordinary times for myself and family.  The following is our story.

I had been employed as a CPR and First Aid instructor for the past 12 years.  I lost my job at the beginning of August of this year, 2019.  My wife has been unable to work for several years because of mental health issues.  She was denied any disability benefits even though her longtime doctor confirmed she is unable to hold continuous employment.  We were evicted from our condo two years ago because we could not make rent payments without her additional source of income.  We ended up at an Extended Stay hotel because we could still afford that on my income and they allow pets.  We have been living here for almost two years.  After losing my job things became desperate.  We have no family to provide any assistance and our friends tried to help but there was just not enough money for the support we require because I am having trouble finding any employment that will pay the bills.  I have had my drivers license and car registration suspended because I can no longer pay for car insurance, a requirement in Virginia.  This makes it even more difficult for me to find a job that will support us,  We have turned to Churches and Government Agencies for assistance and all we were able to obtain was food stamps and Medicaid for my wife.  Needless to say, we are desperate, dreading becoming homeless, and losing our cats.  Also, in her current mental state, my wife is slipping further into a bi-polar depression.  The staff at the hotel have been very kind and human toward us but they have no choice but to evict.  We need immediate help desperately.

The eviction notice gives an amount past due, including attorney fees of a bit over $ 5500.00 and this does not include the rent building up since the notice was given earlier this week.  Also, in order to get insurance and have my license reinstated at the DMV, I am looking at an additional $  1500.00.  Then we have to come up with payment for a few more months of rent at approximately $ 1600.00 a month and hopefully this will give enough time for me to become employed again.  I have a wide skill set and a college degree but I feel my age is hindering me from finding meaningful employment or any employment that might support us.  I have been working since I was a teen and being unemployed is a new experience for me.

Now, after we add up the funding we require just to remain in our hotel room and to be able to use our car again – approximately $ 12,000.00 – we feel desperate and defeated.  We pray there are some human beings in this world, who may be more fortunate than us, that will offer assistance to some good people and their cats.  I am working on getting our eviction notice scanned in and posted along with a picture of our family.  Any help you may provide would be greatly appreciated.  Our thoughts and prayers are with you all.  We thank you in advance for your support.

Sincerely,

Kevin & Family

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Greetings, gracious donors.

I wanted to thank you for giving me your time, and for letting me share my story.

I understand you have worked very hard to earn your money, and that you want to spend it wisely. It hurts me to have to ask this of anyone, let alone a stranger, but I am in dire need of some financial assistance, or I will be facing my imminent eviction come next week… I would be grateful and willing to work out some sort of repayment if you have any computer/cleric work that I can do remotely!

So here is a little bit about me, and why I believe I deserve to be helped:

My name is Meg. I am a 29-year-old woman and on April 17, 2017, my world as I knew it stopped. The 30-year-old man that I loved and had spent nearly 5 years with was pronounced dead by the team of doctors and nurses that led the grueling 45 min attempt to restart his heart. The day he died, everything in my world went black. I tried to carry on, some days better than others, but I just didn’t see the point of caring anymore. Who would? How was that fair?

I found vices in various things, but my 12 years experience of working in childcare and special education no longer brought me joy. I was still showing up to work, but I wasn’t really there. I found my passion for expressing myself through various art forms such as watercolor painting which I taught myself that winter, and photography that I had been learning for the last 2 decades. I was finding little moments each day to keep ongoing. But depression has gotten the better of me, and despite the therapy and medication, I am not happy. I have been trying to find a position away from being with children all day, but being my only form of experience my entire career, starting over is proving difficult. I am struggling every month to pay rent, buy groceries and cat food, make the gas and electric bill on time, and my car is out of commission with expired tags on top of it. I want to believe that things will get better, that things are happening because this is my path, my purpose in life is to feel this and experience this darkness, but it’s getting darker as my candle runs out of wick. So, if my savior is out there, or saviors, someone who can help me with anything, I will happily do so in exchange for my labor. As of now, my most in-demand bills I need help with:

Rent: $895

SMUD: $189

PG&E: $76

Food: $200

Car: $1,500

My prescription for anti-anxiety medication is also no longer available to me which makes things harder, but short of a script or local doctor I don’t think you’re able to help with that!

Thank you for hearing me out, I am so grateful there are facets like this site available to assist the less fortunate like myself.

Please let me know what I can do to thank you, have a blessed week, and thank you for saving my life.