Writing to a potential anonymous donor is something I never imagined myself doing, and I admit I feel a mix of hope and embarrassment even putting these words together. I have always tried to manage on my own, to keep life steady for my children and to show them that hard work can carry you through. But recently, despite all my efforts, life has slipped beyond what I can cover alone.
I am a single mother of two wonderful kids, one heading into Year 7 and the other into Year 9. They are bright, kind, and deserve a calm, secure home as they grow into their teenage years. Unfortunately, a series of unexpected expenses has shaken the fragile balance I’ve been maintaining. A major car repair, rising bills, and long-standing debts I’ve worked tirelessly to chip away at have all converged at once. As of now, I’m facing $13,000 in debt, which has become increasingly difficult to manage. Clearing it would give us the fresh start we desperately need.
The remainder of the funds I’m trying to gather would go toward catching up on late rent payments as well as covering school essentials for the kids. They need new uniforms for the upcoming school year, and my youngest requires a laptop for her first year in high school. These things are basic, yet right now they feel out of reach.
As humbling as it is to ask, financial support to clear this debt and stabilize our situation would allow us to finally move forward. It would give me the chance to rebuild, to plan instead of react, and to offer my children the secure foundation they deserve.
If you choose to help, please know it would mean more than I can express. Thank you for taking the time to read my story.