Car Stolen, Struggling to Rebuild – Please Help

**My name is Kris.**

After my car was towed from work and then stolen just two weeks later, I’ve been struggling to recover emotionally and financially. I’m asking for help to repair the damage, catch up on bills, and find stability again.

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**What happened**

About a month before the theft, my car was towed from my workplace’s lot. I had to borrow over \$1,300 to get it back and cover urgent repairs. Less than two weeks later, it was stolen.

It’s a 2018 Kia Soul, one of the models that’s been widely targeted due to a known flaw in the ignition. When it was recovered, the ignition was punched out, the starter was damaged, the tires were bald from being joyridden, and there were new dents and scratches. I also had to pay \$470 to get it out of impound.

Right now, the car technically runs, but it’s not reliable, it’s not safe, and it doesn’t feel like mine anymore.

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**What I’m asking for**

* \$700 for ignition and starter repairs

* \$500 for new tires

* \$500 already spent on towing and impound fees

* **Stretch goal:** \$500 to catch up on bills and basic needs

**Total goal: \$2,200**

Anything beyond that will go toward groceries, overdue bills, and the breathing room I haven’t had in months.

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**Why this matters**

This car is more than just transportation. It’s how I get to work. It’s my independence. It was one of the few stable things in my life. When it was taken, it left me feeling vulnerable, overwhelmed, and exposed.

Since this happened, my depression has worsened. I’ve felt overwhelmed, unsafe, and exhausted. I’ve been stuck deciding between food and bills. I’ve tried to hold it together, like I always do, but lately I haven’t been okay.

I’m usually the one people go to for help. Asking for it myself is incredibly hard. But I need support, and I’m doing my best to ask with honesty and care.

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If you’ve ever been in a season where everything hit at once before you could catch your breath, maybe you understand.

If you’re able to donate or share, it would mean more than I can say. I’m trying to move from shame to gratitude. And this -just being seen-is part of that.

Thank you for reading.

- Kris