Hello everyone,

​My name is Christopher. I am writing this through many emotions and discouragement but humility to make a desperate plea for help. I am a full-time Nursing (RN) student currently living in a homeless shelter, and I am fighting to stay in school.

​On December 17th 2025, the life I worked hard to build collapsed. After six years with a company, I lost my job after an acquisition. The month prior my roommate of three years unexpectedly moved out with no notice or final payment towards the 2 months rent he owed. Living paycheck to paycheck already while trying to climb out of debt left me with no safety net. I avoided a formal eviction but had only three days to move, losing most of my personal belongings in the process. What little money I did have saved was quickly used to purchase a small storage unit and to pay what I could of the outstanding rent balance.

​For the past month, I’ve been working part-time while attending classes full-time as this is my second semester. Because I have no family support or many close friends I am bouncing between overcrowded, dangerous shelters in Downtown Los Angeles. Racing between shelter registration times, work, and school via public transportation is exhausting. A shelter is no place for a nursing student to study, yet I refuse to let this derail my dream.

​I’ve wanted to be a Registered Nurse since high school. My current situation only strengthens my resolve; I want to bridge the gap between healthcare and social services for people who are hurting. I am an empathetic, kind person who has always helped others—now, I am humbly asking for that same compassion.

​I have maintained good credit, but I lack the upfront move-in costs required in Los Angeles. I am seeking to raise $4,000 to cover the move in cost and first months rent for a modest living arrangement. This will provide the safety and stability I need to focus on my studies as I am in a hybrid RN program split between campus and online.

​Every contribution, no matter the size, goes directly toward housing. If you cannot donate, please share my story. I am determined to stop battling my own financial crisis so I can spend the rest of my career helping others through theirs. Thank you for reading and for your kindness.

I thank everyone who reads this and is moved in their heart to help someone who is trying to make a positive impact on our society and continue to evolve as a human being. My endeavor is ultimately to be of service to the beautiful people of this world.