This past year has been one of the hardest I’ve ever faced. Between rising bills, living in a hotel, and the challenges of not being together with my son’s mother, I’ve struggled to keep my head above water. I lost my car and my job, and while I was able to find new work, it pays much less—making it even harder to provide for my son. I don’t get to see him as often as I’d like, but he’s my soul and the reason I keep going every day.

With Christmas coming up, all I want is to give my one-year-old son a holiday he’ll remember. I want to make sure he has toys, clothes, stocking stuffers, and the essentials he needs for the future. I don’t care about getting anything for myself—this is all for him. He didn’t ask to be born, but he’s the light of my life, and I want him to feel loved and happy.

Any help would mean the world to us. I wasn’t able to be there for his first Christmas or see him open his gifts, and it would mean so much to be able to do something special for him this year. Thank you for helping me give my son a Christmas he deserves. Your support is truly appreciated.