Fighting to heal & keep a roof over my kids’ heads.

Hi, my name is Melinda Santana, and I’m sharing this with you because I’m at a point in my life where I truly need help.

In February 2025, I was diagnosed with uterine/ ovarian cancer. I had major surgery in March 2025 to remove the cancer from those areas. I am not sure if it all of it was removed from the surgeries I had. I meet with my oncologist in a few weeks to have CT, MRI, & PET scans. I’ve endured multiple hospitalizations, several surgeries, and ongoing health complications that have kept me in and out of the hospital. These weren’t small setbacks; they’ve affected every part of my life, physically, mentally, emotionally, and financially.

I’m a parent with small children who depend on me not just for love and comfort, but for stability, food, a warm home, and everything in between. Right now, I’m struggling to provide even the basics.

I was finally able to start back at work just a few weeks ago, trying to rebuild what I’ve lost. But now, I’m facing more medical issues that’s forcing me to be out again.

Because of all this, I’ve fallen dangerously behind on rent, utilities, and basic living expenses. I’ve done everything I can to stretch every dollar, but I’m now facing the very real fear of losing everything I’ve worked so hard for.

I’m trying to raise $15,000 to:

• Cover back rent and avoid eviction

• Pay essential utilities

• Cover groceries, transportation, and basic bills like water, light, gas, etc.

• Stay afloat while I focus on healing and getting any treatment such as chemotherapy etc. & back to work long-term

Every donation — no matter the size — is a lifeline. It’s not just helping me… it’s helping my young children stay in their home and giving us the stability we so desperately need right now.

Thank you for your kindness, your support, and for simply taking the time to read this. If you can give, or even share this with someone who might, thank you from the bottom of my heart. You are helping us hold on through the hardest time in our lives. Every donation helps me stay stable while I fight to get my health and life back.

If you’re able to donate via GoFundMe, thank you from the bottom of my heart. If you prefer, you can also send support directly via Cash App:

$VIOLETLILY7

With love and deep gratitude,

Melinda Santana