My name is Dawn, and I never imagined I’d be in a position where I’d need to ask for help. Recently, I lost all of my savings to an online scam, and now I have very little left to my name. On top of that, I’m currently unemployed and searching for a new job, which has made this time even more challenging and uncertain.

The funds I’m hoping to raise will go directly toward covering my rent, utilities, car payment, insurance, and making sure my three beloved pets have enough food. These are the essentials that will help me stay afloat while I work hard to get back on my feet and find stable employment. Every little bit helps, and your support will make a real difference in my life and the lives of my pets.

I’m not someone who asks for help, so turning to GoFundMe is a very humbling experience for me. Any support you can offer—whether it’s a donation or just words of encouragement—means the world to me. I’ve included a link to the ABC 7 On Your Side story about my scam, in case you’d like to learn more about what happened: https://abc7news.com/post/bay-area-software-rep-lost-176k-savings-accepting-remote-job-she-thought-facebook/18444685/. My hope is that by sharing my experience, I can help at least one person avoid the pain I went through. I’ve also included a link to my professional profile on LinkedIn, just in case someone out there might be hiring: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dawnfurseth/.

It’s people like you who restore my faith in humanity, and I am deeply grateful for your kindness and support.