Help Me Get a Computer

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Hello friends, family, and all those who found this fundraising request by chance! For those of you who do not know me, my name is Erik Stratton. Last week, I was let go by the company I had been working for completely unexpectedly, sparking one of the deepest depressions I have ever faced. In that time, I've had a number of people reach out asking how they can help.

After some soul searching, I realized what I was truly mourning when I lost my job. For many years, I have lacked a creative outlet and have abandoned many of my previous hobbies after my iMac crashed a decade ago. I had also discovered that I had an aptitude for coding and 3D animation. The problem was: my existing computer was not capable of doing the job. I had been saving up for a computer, and had planned out my finances to finally be able to finally purchase one in March of next year. When my employment ended, that plan came to halt.

I want to put myself on a path where I can find happiness in my work. I've found a number of opportunities where I can apply those skills and create a career for myself where I'm independently employed and putting my talents to use. This is how you can help. I have secured a path to pay my monthly bills, and I have my essentials taken care of. What I'm asking for instead is some help to get the equipment I need to pursue my passion.

Look, I get it. This is not a typical request and likely wasn't what many of you were expecting when you offered to help. The fact is, I'm likely never going to be married. I'll never have kids. There's no time in my life where I'll be sharing a gift registry for some event. I would gladly give up everything, (Christmas and birthday gifts included) for good in exchange for this. If you are able to contribute, it would truly mean the world to me. If you can't, that's perfectly ok, too.

After pricing a few options, I should be able to build a computer with the minimal specs I would need to get started at around $2000. Closer to $3000 I can get equipment that is more suited to a professional 3D designer. Truly anything will help me get where I need to be quicker.

Thank you all for your love and support in this difficult time. You have reminded me how much I have to be grateful for and that I have all the talent I need to succeed. I would be truly humbled if you can help me get there.
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