A devoted single mother has worked tirelessly for years to provide her pre-teen son with a safe and loving home. Her loyalty, intelligence, and sense of humor have made her a cherished friend and a valued employee at her company for over 11 years. Even on her busiest days, she finds humor in everything—cracking jokes to lighten the mood and making those around her feel seen and cared for. Her kindness shows up in the small ways she checks in and offers support, never too busy to help someone in need. What makes her truly special is the mix of strength and warmth she carries. She’s resilient, always pushing through challenges for her family, but she never loses that spark of humor that keeps everyone around her smiling.

Despite facing unimaginable challenges in a domestic violence situation, she stayed strong for her son, shielding him from pain and uncertainty and always putting his safety first. Recently, she made the courageous decision to leave and seek help for her mental health. She is now attending three therapy sessions a week and preparing to enroll in a partial hospitalization program for intensive support with PTSD and related symptoms. However, her employer denied her short-term disability, leaving her without income. With mounting utility shut-off notices, overdue rent, and bills piling up, she is at risk of losing her home and the stability she has fought so hard to maintain for her son.

She has always been independent and successful, and asking for help is difficult and embarrassing for her. She hesitated to reach out, but her love for her son and the urgency of their situation made it necessary. She is deeply grateful for any support—whether financial or words of encouragement—as she begins this journey of healing. Your kindness will help this mother and her son stay safe, keep their home, and access the care she needs to recover and rebuild.