Hi, my name is Baila Bloemsma, and I’m reaching out with an open heart and a hopeful spirit.

Just one week after leaving my full-time job to follow my dream of becoming an English professor, I was in a car accident that totaled my vehicle. I had also just moved into my first apartment on my own—a step that felt like the beginning of a new, empowered chapter in my life. I was finally finding my footing, grounded in purpose, education, and independence. Then everything changed in an instant.

The accident wasn’t my fault. I was simply turning out when the other driver was speeding and struck my car, but because I didn’t have collision coverage at the time, and because of the way I was hit, I’ve been deemed at fault. I am still awaiting the police report to see if this is true; however, until then, I’m now fully responsible for all the costs out of pocket. To make things even more overwhelming, I still owe $9,000 on the car that is now totaled. The lowest estimate I’ve received for replacing the vehicle is between $10,000 and $20,000.

This was a heartbreaking and completely unexpected situation. I didn’t know that moving would remove me from my full coverage insurance, and I didn’t understand how vulnerable I was without collision coverage. I’ve always tried to be responsible and careful, and it’s hard not to feel disheartened by something so out of my control.

I believe deeply that Jesus has a plan for me and that He will provide, even in moments like this when everything feels heavy and uncertain. But I’ve come to a place where I need to ask for help, something that doesn’t come naturally to me. I tend to face hard times quietly, but right now, I can’t do this on my own.

If you feel led to support me, please know that anything helps—truly. Every donation, share, prayer, or kind word brings me one step closer to recovering from this setback and continuing on the path I’ve worked so hard to create.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for standing with me during this time. With your support, I know I’ll make it through.

With love and gratitude,

Baila Bloemsma