Hi everyone,

My name is Ash, and I’m a professional graphic designer who has proudly worked with companies like Cisco and led creative projects for years. Since being laid off in December, I’ve been actively job-hunting and picking up freelance work where I can — but like many others right now, I’ve struggled to find steady employment in a very tight job market.

As a result, I’m falling behind.

Right now, I’m seeking to raise $1,500 total to help cover three months of essential bills and debt payments. This support would give me the breathing room to stay stable and focused on my job search — without drowning in financial stress or leaning entirely on my spouse, who is already shouldering travel costs and more than their fair share.

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Where the Money Will Go:

These are real, recurring costs that I face each month — all of which I’ve been scraping to keep up with:

As you can see, the monthly amount is about $500 per month. I'm asking for three months worth so we can make it through the summer and save up and rebuild.

This campaign is about temporary support during a difficult season — a chance to get back on my feet without falling further into debt or guilt. I’m not asking for luxury or comfort — just the space to breathe, rebuild, and return to stability.

If you’re able to donate anything at all, thank you from the bottom of my heart. If not, I’d be so grateful if you could share this with your network or send words of encouragement.

Thank you for reading and for being part of my journey.

With love and gratitude,

Ash