Hi everyone, my name is Ricki Lucita Vialpando. I’m an Afro-Latina trans woman living in Las Vegas, and I’m reaching out because I urgently need safe and stable housing.

I’ve had to leave a toxic situation with my mom, and while I’m staying with beautiful, supportive friends/chosen family & a loving boyfriend for now, my goal is to move into my own place by October. I’m starting a full-time job on September 27th (40 hours/week & more at $18.75/hour with weekly pay) so I’ll be able to support myself soon. What I need help with is covering move-in costs, first month’s rent, deposit, and basics to get started.

This is a big transition in my life, and having community support means everything. Any donation, no matter the size, helps me get closer to having a safe and stable home. If you can’t donate, sharing this fundraiser would also mean the world.