Hi, my name is Krystal, and I’m the owner of Bella Love Event Venue.

I went back and forth about doing this because asking for help isn’t really in my nature. I’m used to figuring things out on my own.

But right now, I need it.

Before Bella Love, I worked as a realtor and event planner, and I kept seeing the same issue. People wanted beautiful spaces for their events, but everything was either too expensive or too restrictive. Too often, they had to settle.

That’s why I created Bella Love.

Getting it open wasn’t easy. What I thought would be a simple buildout turned into much more than I planned for, and by the time we opened, my savings were gone. There were long nights, a lot of stress, and moments where I didn’t know how it would come together.

But it did.

For the past four years, Bella Love has been a place where people celebrate some of the most important moments of their lives.

One moment I’ll never forget was a baby shower I hosted for a client who couldn’t afford my full rate. I worked with her anyway, and during her event, she broke down crying because she was able to give her daughter the experience she really wanted. She prayed over me and my business that day.

That meant everything to me.

Because this has never just been a venue. It’s about creating a space that feels welcoming and accessible during moments that matter.

But behind the scenes, it hasn’t been easy.

Building this without a financial cushion has always been a challenge. Earlier this year, I also went through a personal situation that made it difficult to stay ahead during a slower season.

It put me in a position I haven’t been able to catch up from on my own.

I’m still here. I’m still working. Events are still happening, and I’m committed to every person who has trusted me.

But right now, I’m behind.

And if I can’t catch up soon, Bella Love is at risk of closing.

I’m working to raise $8,000 by May 15 to stabilize things right now, and $25,000 total to keep Bella Love open long-term.

This isn’t easy for me to ask. But if Bella Love has ever been part of your story, or if you believe in what I’ve built, I would really appreciate your support.

Anything helps. And if you can’t give, sharing this means just as much.

I’m not ready to let this go.

— Krystal