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I hate asking for anything for myself, but I'm in serious need of your help. Like most of you, I adore my family, and the sun rises and sets on my only grandchild. He was in foster care with us for his first 11 months, until his mom was able to get him back. I won't go into family dynamics, but it's ugly, of course. 
A few months ago, mom and grandbaby left Missouri to go to Oregon/Washington. I was heartbroken and VERY concerned for his wellbeing. The call I was always braced for, came. The state of Oregon had taken him, and he was going into foster care. I don't have a lot of money, but I would do anything to take care of that sweet baby. I drove from Missouri to Oregon, and was able to become a certified foster provider for my grandson. I'm very relieved to see he is safe. 
I can't leave the state, or take him back to Missouri yet, but we're hoping for a bureaucratic miracle! State to state foster care is a red tape nightmare.  My life, my family, my home, are all back in Missouri. So are all my bills and responsibilities. But I'm not leaving here with this unresolved. 
Portland is so very expensive, and I need help. In order to stay, I need to fund our housing. I'm looking at $2500 a month or more. I've been told by the state it could be 6 months or more before we can leave.
In addition to housing, we need food, gas, and other things. Please help with as much as you can.  Every day here costs almost $100 at this point. Every dollar adds to our ability to stay and fight for the best interest of this sweet, beautiful boy! 
Thank you for reading my story. 
If I could craft here, I'd have something to offer in exchange. My craft business is facebook.com/a_whimsical_giraffe, so maybe see if you want anything I've made. I'll be glad to get it to you.
Thanks for considering us.
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  • Anonymous
    • $50
    • 5 yrs
  • Jim Beebe
    • $200
    • 5 yrs
  • Anonymous
    • $60
    • 5 yrs
  • Sarah Nguyen
    • $100
    • 5 yrs
  • Anonymous
    • $100
    • 5 yrs
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Minda Tate-Weigand
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Clever, MO

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