I never imagined I would find myself writing something like this.

On November 11, my apartment building collapsed, and I lost everything inside my home. In a matter of moments, the place where my son and I lived, slept, and built our everyday memories was gone.

Thankfully, my son Rosen and I are physically safe and currently staying with family. For that, I am incredibly grateful. But while we are safe, the reality of losing our home and all of our belongings is something I’m still trying to process.

I’m a mother, and my biggest responsibility is making sure my little boy has everything he needs. Right now, that means starting over from scratch: finding stable housing, replacing clothing, furniture, household necessities, and all the little things that make a space feel like home.

Asking for help is not something that comes naturally to me. I’ve always tried to figure things out, work hard, and handle my responsibilities independently. But this unexpected tragedy has reminded me that sometimes we need our community.

I’m setting a goal of $15,000 to help us begin rebuilding. Every contribution will go toward replacing what we lost, covering relocation expenses, and helping us establish a safe and stable home again.

If you cannot donate, please consider sharing our story. Even a share could connect us with someone who is able to help.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for showing up for us during a time when we need it most.

With gratitude,

A mother rebuilding for herself and her son ❤️