My name is Aliana Brkanovic, and asking for help like this is something I never imagined I’d have to do.

Last year, I experienced a loss that shook me to my core — my grandmother passed away in my arms, in the home we shared. Since then, everything has changed. That apartment, once full of her love and presence, became a constant reminder of what I lost.

Grief took over. I stopped taking care of myself, and little by little, things began to spiral — emotionally, mentally, and financially. Now, I’m living alone, trying to maintain our home, keep up with car expenses, and take care of my pets — all while working to pull myself out of the debt I fell into during that time.

Right now, I’m facing eviction. I’ve applied for the One-Shot Deal twice, but both times I’ve been denied. I’ve tried to stay strong and handle it all on my own, but I’m at a point where I need to ask for help.

I’m not asking for much — just anything you can give, whether that’s a donation or simply sharing this with others who might be able to help. Your kindness could make all the difference in helping me stabilize and rebuild.

Thank you for reading, and thank you for caring.