Hi, my name is Dionshea, and this is honestly hard for me to write because I’ve never publicly asked for help like this before. But right now, I’m facing something I can’t fix alone.

I’m a mother of five who went into early labor and nearly lost my life. I was in and out of the hospital for nearly a month, and I used my full three months of leave to recover... even though it still didn’t feel like enough.

When I came back to work, I was already behind.

I had no childcare for weeks.

I used up all my savings.

I took out loans to stay afloat.

And now the debt cycle is suffocating me.

To make things harder, the home I was renting was sold, and the new owner never gave me a new lease. I’ve found somewhere to go, but I have to move, and it’s happening fast. It's getting to the point where I'm at risk of losing my job because I can barely make it.

What I Need Help With:

Moving & storage costs

Lyft to work ($50/day × 4 days/week). I know somebody is going to say it, but no, I can't catch the bus. I wouldn't even make it there on time with me having to drop my kids off at daycare. It's all the way in Indiana, and I have to be there early.

Paying off loans & bank debts:

$600 loan

$590 loan

$260 bank overdraft

$533 bank account debt

Other expenses adding up to nearly $2,300 in total

I’m not someone who gives up easily. I’m not someone who doesn’t try. If you know me, you know I never ask for help even when I need it. But I’m in a season where every effort still leaves me short. This fundraiser isn’t just about the money; it’s about having a moment to breathe, move safely, and get back on track for my kids. People who know me know I'll give anything to someone who needs it: food, clothes, shelter, money, prayer, or advice, even for people who don't even fuck with me! I'm due for some type of relief!

I’m asking for $2,500 to make that possible.

Even if you can't give, just sharing this could mean everything. And if you can donate, please know how deeply grateful I am from one soul to another.

Thank you, truly.