Hi, my name is Sharonda, and I am a single parent currently going through a difficult financial period. Despite doing my best to provide for my family, I have fallen behind on essential bills, including rent, utilities, groceries, transportation/repairs, and childcare.

I am trying to raise 10,000 to help cover these immediate expenses and bring my household back to a stable place. Any contribution, no matter the amount, would make a meaningful difference for my family. Donations will be used toward the most urgent expenses.

Asking for help is not easy, but I am grateful for any financial support, encouragement, or sharing of this request. Thank you for taking the time to read about our situation and for helping us through this challenging period.

https://paypal.me/sgriffin1123

To everyone taking the time to read my story,

I never imagined I would be in a position where I needed to ask strangers for help. After dedicating my career as a first responder, my focus was always on helping others through some of the hardest moments of their lives. I took pride in serving my community and never expected that one day I would be the one reaching out for support.

Retirement has been much more difficult than I anticipated. Rising living expenses, unexpected bills, and financial setbacks have left me struggling to keep up with basic necessities. Like many retired first responders, I live on a fixed income that simply doesn’t stretch as far as it once did.

Asking for help is one of the hardest things I’ve ever had to do. I’ve always believed in working hard and standing on my own, but sometimes life has a way of humbling us. Right now, I’m doing everything I can to stay afloat while preserving my independence and dignity.

Any contribution, no matter the amount, would help ease the financial burden and allow me to focus on getting through this difficult chapter. If you’re unable to donate, simply sharing my campaign would mean just as much.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for considering helping a retired first responder who spent a career helping others. Your kindness, generosity, and compassion mean more than words can express, and I will always be grateful for any support you can provide.

Thank you, and may you and your loved ones stay safe.

Hello, I’m a 66-year-old facing an uncertain and increasingly difficult future. After a lifetime of hard work, my declining health has left me unable to continue working. I live in an average rent home but it still drains my very limited resources. I am in constant fear of eviction for not having enough to pay rent.

With no remaining savings or assets, I’m turning to you for help through this GoFundMe campaign. My only hope to secure a stable, dignified life where I can visit my children and grandchildren and spend whatever time is left with my family. I’ve worked since I was 14 years old (my parents signed their permission for me to do so) and so many of my later work years were spent working two and often 3 jobs at a time. There was no time for my young family because we needed to survive financially. I was deprived of so much because of the financial pressures. Medical challenges (e.g., aortal aneurysm, “respiratory/pulmonary issues” (I’ve never smoked) and inability to walk more than 5 minutes now due to severe hip issue) an inoperable hernia and the inability to work as I used to, have left me with nothing to fall back on.

The fear of losing my home and being homeless at this age and condition is frightening and depressing. I cannot stand long enough to work at jobs I used to work at. My health issues on a daily basis have been difficult enough to make me think about whatever future I have left. Your support can help change that. I’m humbly ask for as many contributions as possible. I would place any funds into an interest-bearing account that could provide a regular income to supplement my small social security income. If I receive enough donations, I intend on purchasing a mobile home on land of my own to avoid monthly payments.

Every dollar can bring me closer to security and peace, which is something I have never experienced despite long, hard work all of my life. I have NO addictions – I never use alcohol, illicit drugs nor do I gamble.  If you can’t donate, sharing my story would mean everything. Thank you for considering giving me a chance to live my remaining years with hope and stability.

Please send donations to https://paypal.me/helpgrandpa

On February 20th, I was involved in a serious car accident that left me with four broken ribs, a broken wrist, and a fractured C7 in my spine. I am currently unable to work for at least a few more months. My car was totaled, and as a result of the accident and its aftermath, I lost my apartment and am living with friends.  Most of my belongings have had to go into storage which is almost $200 per month.  I also had to rehome my precious emotional support cat, Charlie. (This has been the worst for me.)

The money i recieve through this fundraiser will buy me another car,  pay for taxes, Title, and tags and insurance and pay rental fees on my storage unit.  I am able to drive finally but not far distances yet. Thank you so much for any support you can give—it means more than words can say.

Paypal.me/prissyg

Life can change in an instant, and mine did with the sudden and unexpected passing of my beloved wife. Losing my partner, best friend, and the person I planned my future with has left me heartbroken after 26 years. I am struggling to find my way forward. The emotional pain of this loss has been overwhelming, but it has also brought significant financial hardship that I never imagined facing.

Shortly after my wife’s passing, I also lost my corporate job. The combination of grieving such a devastating loss while suddenly being without income has made it incredibly difficult to keep up with everyday expenses. I am doing everything I can to get back on my feet, actively searching for employment and trying to rebuild my life one day at a time.

In addition to caring for myself through this difficult period, I am also responsible for my two beloved fur babies. They have been a tremendous source of comfort and unconditional love during the darkest days of my life. They are family to me, and I am committed to providing them with the food, veterinary care, and love they deserve. However, meeting their needs while struggling to cover my own basic living expenses like has become increasingly challenging.

I am reaching out with humility to ask for any assistance you may be able to provide. Whether it is financial support, help with groceries, pet supplies, or simply sharing my story with others, every act of kindness makes a meaningful difference. Your generosity would help ease the burden of rent, utilities, food, transportation, and the ongoing care of my two faithful companions while I continue searching for stable employment.

As difficult as this journey has been, I have not given up hope. I believe brighter days are ahead, and I am determined to work hard to regain my independence and stability. Until then, I am grateful for the compassion and support of those willing to help me through this incredibly painful chapter of my life.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for considering helping me during this time of unimaginable loss. Your kindness, prayers, encouragement, and support mean more than words can express and remind me that I am not facing this journey alone.

paypal.me/BillyBrincefield859 

Zelle 360-241-8434

Hello

My husband and I just bought land that has no electricity, water or sewer

we are both disable living in a camper because we could no longer afford rent

we bought land to put our camper on and live in our camper

if we don’t electricity, we will not be able to live in our camper for the winter then we will be homeless.

we live in Minnesota and the winters get very cold

My husband hasn’t been able to work since he broke his back in 2 spots. he was a trucker for 30 years.

For me, I was dealt with several forms of arthritis all through my body. I have not been able to work with all this arthritis. I have good and many bad days, but I work through it.

We been through a lot since we been married.

All we want to be on our land enjoy time to together, go for wakings

thank you

Gerri

PayPal

@gerri184

My name is Nisha, and I am working toward purchasing a dependable used vehicle.

I currently work full-time earning $17.50 per hour. I have continued working hard to support myself, but saving for a reliable vehicle has been difficult. For a period of time, money was deducted from my paychecks because of an overpayment that had to be repaid. To stay current on my bills during that time, I worked overtime whenever it was available. More recently, my work schedule was reduced from 10-hour shifts to 8-hour shifts, making it even harder to build savings.

Reliable transportation would allow me to continue getting to work consistently while expanding my job search to better-paying opportunities that are difficult to reach without a vehicle.

I am not trying to purchase a luxury car. My goal is to buy a safe, dependable used vehicle that will help me become more financially stable and independent.

Any contribution, regardless of the amount, will go toward the purchase of the vehicle, registration, insurance, and any necessary repairs. Thank you for taking the time to read my request.

I am the one single sibling in my family and am requesting assistance with cash to pay for medical bills for my mother, and essentials like rent, food and essentials for us both.  Currently laid off after my employer was purchased and have been unable to find stable work even after hundreds of job applications to many different fields.  Have been donating plasma while seeking state help as an assisted caregiver, but the process is taking forever, and I am unsure how many hours they will approve.

I have done the math and believe $2500 total would buy me enough time.

Thank you very much for your consideration, I know the current economy is very rough and take absolutely any help you might generously offer with sincere gratitude and appreciation.  Thank you again.  My PayPal link:

paypal.me/AnthonySeitz989