Hi everyone, my name is Mila, and that is my beautiful dog Tila in the pictures.

Earlier this year, I made the difficult decision to leave an abusive family home. For the past few months I had been experiencing homelessness while trying to rebuild my life, unfortunately alone.

Recently, I used the last of my 401k savings to secure a small efficiency apartment for me and my dog in Tampa. I have been applying for jobs every single day, but I have not been able to secure employment yet. At this point, I have exhausted all of my savings.

Right now I have very little food and some days I fast to stretch what I have, it's also been difficult coming up with dog food. My bank account is overdrawn, my phone has been disconnected, my car is barely functioning, and I am officially out of gas money. Rent for April is $1,100 and I currently do not have the funds to cover it, or any backup place to go if I am evicted.

I have applied for public assistance however my application is on hold. I’m doing everything I can to get back on my feet, but it's just not enough. I don’t have family to rely on as I have had to go no contact to protect myself.

It is very hard for me to ask for help, but my situation is very real and very serious.

If you’re able to help, even a small amount makes a difference. Even $5 helps me buy food for myself and for Tila while I continue applying for jobs and trying to stabilize my situation.

I’m also able to offer creative services, photography, or odd jobs in exchange for support if anyone needs help with a project or business scaling.

I know there's a life of safety and love on the other side of recovery, please help me cross the bridge.

Please kindly share this posting if you cannot make a donation, this is a real cry for help.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for any kindness you can offer.

With deep gratitude,

Mila & Tila