My name is Christina, and I am a single mother of three wonderful children. Two of my kids are adopted, and they have special needs that require constant attention and love. Over the past few years, my life has been a rollercoaster of challenges, and now I am on the brink of losing everything I’ve worked so hard to build.
Approximately three years ago, my father was diagnosed with cancer. Being his primary caregiver, I had to step away from my beloved business to care for him during the final stages of his life. This period was emotionally draining, but I never imagined it would lead to financial ruin.
To keep my business running, I hired a manager to handle the day-to-day operations and finances. Unfortunately, she betrayed my trust and stole over $115,000. When I returned, my business was in shambles. As if that wasn’t enough, she had signed a contract with a company without my knowledge, resulting in a $90,000 judgment against me.
Since then, I have been embroiled in a legal battle to recoup the stolen money and have the judgment overturned. The stress and financial strain have been overwhelming. Adding to the burden, a large franchised gym moved into the area, offering better rates and newer equipment, making it hard for my small business to compete.
I have been running my gym for 6 years, pouring my heart and soul into creating a welcoming space for the everyone. But the odds have been stacked against me. The landlord refuses to maintain the building, and we haven’t had air conditioning for over four years. My resources are exhausted, and I fear I won’t be able to provide for my children.
I am drowning in debt and don’t know where to turn. I can’t sell the business because of the ongoing lawsuit, and I had to file for personal bankruptcy to protect what little I have left. To make ends meet, I work 12-hour overnight shifts in addition to managing the gym. Despite my relentless efforts, I am pleading for help to save my business so I can provide for my family and spend more time with my children.
I have no financial support, and I am terrified of losing my dream and my ability to care for my kids. I am reaching out, desperately hoping for financial assistance to keep my doors open and secure a stable future for my family. Your support could be the lifeline we need to survive this storm and rebuild what has been lost.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story. Any help you can provide will make a world of difference to us.
With gratitude,
Christina