A JOURNEY OF PURPOSE AND UNDERSTANDING…
Dear Sir / Madam, I am asking for your financial assistance in order to obtain my goal as a professional pianist. I was classically trained as a youth. Raised by my grandmother, for some reason- unbeknown to me at the time -she insisted that I play the piano; so, I had a piano teacher throughout Elementary, and Middle school. As I grew up, the piano and I grew apart; for the allure of the inner-city streets, and all the destructive behavior that comes along with that lifestyle. Indeed, I’ve been on a rollercoaster ride of trials, and tribulations. I’ve recently been released from prison; after having to survive 8 years of incarceration, brought on by 10 years of opioid addiction. That is truly the worst place to send someone suffering from any illness; but Thank God, that He knows no boundaries, for in that horrific, dark and desolate place, is exactly where my heavenly Father found me. Now THIS, for me was life changing. For I grew up without my earthly father around, I was raised on the prayers and sacrifices of the women in my family. My grandmother use to tell me all the time, when I was a young man getting in trouble; when I was frequently in, and out of jail: God is putting you in there for a reason; He has a job for you, and He’s trying to get your attention; but your moving too fast to hear Him, so He’s using jail to sit you down, sit you still, in order for you to hear Him! And by God, she was right, for He FINALLY got through to me. I just wish she was still alive to see what a transformation He has made in my life. For in that dark and desolate place, I FINALLY decided to trust Him; to trust in Him with my entire being, and not only did He make Himself real in my life; but He’d also kept me safe throughout that entire tenure of incarceration; He kept my mind protected throughout all that chaos: stays in multiple maximum security facilities; multiple stays in the Segregated Housing Unit, formally known as solitary confinement; as well as all the mental anguish, physical and verbal harassment that comes along with prison environment. And throughout all of that, God not only freed me from drug addiction (I surrendered to Him that I didn’t want this affliction any longer, and truly- clear, like these words being shared in this letter -He said: YOU WILL DO THIS NO LONGER! And since my Awakening, I haven’t had a craving; I haven’t had a relapse, nor did I need to attend any rehab center upon my release! He said: YOU WILL DO THIS NO LONGER! And those demons of addiction have since been banished from my life! I am truly an example, and living testament of how Powerful God Is: for not only did He free me from captivity, but He transformed me during those trials and tribulations, in captivity, and reset me with a new outlook on life, paired with a new purpose, better clarity on internal wisdom, and a spiritual awakening anchored in the miracles He’s performed in my life, that I’ve witnessed firsthand with my own eyes! There is truly no doubt in my mind the existence of a God / Higher Power / Divine Intelligence, and I believe that He has called me to help save lives and mentor the youth: by way of telling my story; and to bring joy and happiness into people’s lives, by entertaining them with musical therapy. Since being released, I enrolled and completed a Solar Panel Installation Workshop; and then continued my education by enrolling into an accredited trade school: (Huntington Park Community Solar Initiative), in which I graduated top of my class, and obtained my certification in Solar Panel Installation, & my O.S.H.A.10 Construction Safety and Health. I also assist my aging mother with caring for my older brother who is disabled, non-verbal, and needs ’round the clock care. He attends a Day Program (a facility where adults with disabilities go to do activities and enjoy their day). Well, they have a piano there! And I was so compelled to just sit and play. So, that’s what I did! And the Director of the Center was so impressed with my playing -even though I haven’t played for years at that point -that she offered me a job to play the piano, whenever their Company puts on events for their clients. And not just for that specific facility, but for all of their facilities, here in the Philadelphia, Pa region. Tell me that’s not God, right there??? For if it’s not, then surely it’s my grandmother, reassuring me from heaven that she can still hear me; that she’s never left me, and the promise she made me: that God is Real; and if I’d just Trust Him, and use that Gift / that Talent that He told her to instill in me so, so, long ago, that not only will that Gift provide for me, and my family; but that Gift will allow me to touch others in ways words can’t describe, and allow my message / my story, coupled with the music, will allow me to change people’s lives! Like I said before: I didn’t understand then, as a youth, as a young man; but I understand now! And I am requesting your assistance with bringing my Passion, my Vision, into Fruition! This is how I plan to utilize your funding: to purchase a professional keyboard; to purchase an amplifier and speakers to ensure my music is heard clearly no matter the size of the venue; to purchase attendance in a Master’s class course for the piano, offered by the Stephen Ridley Academy (see StephenRidleyAcademy.com); obtain my license; and purchase a used vehicle in order to commute to these engagements with my equipment. This vehicle will also allow me to gain employment, utilizing my Solar Panel Certification. The closest company to where I reside is called: PosiGen, and it’s a two hour commute from my home. A reliable vehicle will make that commute possible for me.
Soon as I’m fully equipped for the task at hand, sooner I’ll be able to do my part in helping to mentor the youth, and spread joy, love, music, and reawaken in many that internal spark that many have lost, or never knew existed. God taught me to practice patience, and that His blessings may not come when I want them; but rest assured that when I do receive His blessings, that they will be right on time! For He doesn’t make mistakes!
I welcome donations of any amount; as well as mentorship, and guidance that you may have in assisting me with pursuing my Dreams; my Purpose.
When I tell people my story; my journey, they’re usually in agreement that what I overcame to be here today is a feat most would say is impossible! Especially, facing the battle of addiction for many years; to come home and not have One Craving; not One Relapse; and not need Any Post Rehabilitaion, should be a testament to the Transformative Power Of God! For He is the only sensible explanation for the Miraculous Change, and Trajectory of my life! Please grant me the opportunity to make you a Believer as well. I would also love to meet (either by video, or in person) all of you whom assisted me in making my dream, reality.
If not for anything else, let me at least please, play the piano for you; in hopes that it will convey to you that which I was enabled to put in words. For I am a firm believer in the adage: When the pupil is ready, the teacher will appear! Let me prove that I’m ready to take my life & purpose SERIOUSLY!
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Thankyou for your time, and consideration with helping me realize, & execute God’s plan for my life. For I know His Angels are out there, and His Blessings are on the way. Take Care & God Bless…