Hello everyone,
My name is Michelle. I’m reaching out today, hoping for some help during a difficult time. This isn’t easy for me to write, but I’ve reached a point where I’ve exhausted my options, and I don’t know where else to turn.
I lost my job, and now I’m facing unpaid tuition fees that are about to be sent to collections if I can’t clear the balance soon. The stress of this situation has been overwhelming. For the past five months, I’ve been doing everything I can to stay afloat. I have been applying for jobs, searching and applying for scholarships, and trying to stay hopeful despite so many setbacks. Unfortunately, nothing has come through yet.
The area I live in has very limited public transportation, which makes commuting for work difficult unless it’s within walking distance, and those opportunities are extremely limited. On top of that, I don’t qualify for financial aid in my country. And without a job or income, I can’t even apply for a loan, as you need proof of income just to be considered. It’s like being stuck in a loop where every door remains closed, no matter how hard I knock.
I delayed starting university due to an illness, and it felt like a major setback at the time. I have learned that life is not linear; that things don’t always work out how we want or plan, and that is okay. What matters is how we respond and what we learn along the way. My experiences have taught me to see challenges, even the painful ones, as opportunities for growth.
It is part of the reason why I deeply care about my education now. I don’t take it for granted, and I am committed to making the most of every chance I get. It’s not just about getting a degree, it’s about creating stability and breaking out of this difficult cycle. I still hold on to the hope that I can continue once my situation improves. But right now, I’m stuck. I’m scared that if I can’t pay off my tuition balance soon, it will be even harder to stay afloat.
If you’re in a position to help, any contribution would truly mean the world to me. Every little bit helps, and any support I receive will be used with the utmost care and gratitude. Your generosity wouldn’t just be helping with a payment, it would be giving me the chance to keep going.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story and for even considering helping. I’m deeply grateful. Your kindness brings hope, and hope is something I’ve been holding on to tightly.
With gratitude, thank you.