Help Mandy start over

I'm sorry to be asking a second time. This is very difficult for me. For those of you that don't know, my relationship I moved across the country for was incredibly abusive and toxic. I packed up my entire life and everything I knew and moved here with mainly my basics. All my furniture had to be left with the promise that it would be replaced and it was not. I felt like I lost all of my independence. Had I have known this was going to be the outcome, I never would have moved here to begin with. I was able to continue living here, since he said he wanted to remain amicable, but that quickly went south, and I was told I needed to leave. I was accepted into a new stable and salaried job that I hope to turn into a career. I also found an apartment complex that would work with me and my recovering credit, and is close to my new job. My move date is 1/20 and my work date is 2/5.

Due to my current job being underpaid and overstaffed, on top of being sick for three weeks with covid, I haven't been able to save as much as I was hoping. Everyone is only getting 3-4 days a week and it’s very difficult to pick up extra shifts/hours. Texas serving wage laws are deplorable, I only make $2.13/hr + tips. I really was hoping that this would be a new turn for me, but the apartment complex recently gave me the upfront costs of moving in - these are not finances I can realistically afford. Considering this was my only feasible option out of this situation, I'm truly at a loss of where to go or what to do.

I'm scared and defeated with my current living situation, and asking for money a second time doesn't do anything to help my mental health. A very kind and generous friend kindly donated a portion of costs to me, however, it is not enough to cover everything I need.

The money I am requesting is to cover the costs of moving, setting up electric, and apartment down payments. The money I have already received, I plan on spending for taxi services getting to and from my new job, and simple groceries while I await my first check (2/15). I plan on forgoing internet until I'm able to pay for it on my own, as that isn't necessary for me to live. All I am asking is for help getting back on my feet, to be able to improve myself and my future.

I can’t thank all enough for all of your help and support. Love, Mandy