I never imagined I’d be in a position where I’d need to ask for help, but life has thrown more at me than I can handle alone. For the past two years, I worked for a friend who was fighting cancer, doing everything I could to support him through his illness. Unfortunately, he wasn’t able to pay the salary agreed and I did my best to get by, believing things would turn around. Now, I’m in the middle of changing careers to provide a better future for my family, but the transition has been tough. My new job is commission-based and won’t pay until projects are completed, so money is tight right now.

On top of that, my daughter was born prematurely and will be in the NICU for at least three more weeks. The cost of traveling back and forth to visit her, combined with the struggle to keep up with bills, has become overwhelming. I’ve always managed to figure things out on my own, but this time, I’m at a loss. I’m reaching out because I need help to keep my apartment and the lights on while I wait for my new job to start paying. The funds I’m asking for will go directly to rent and utilities—nothing more. I can handle food and gas for travel with smaller projects, but I just need a little help to catch up and avoid losing my home.

It’s not easy for me to ask for help, and I feel embarrassed to be in this situation. I don’t take this lightly, and I wish I didn’t have to ask. To anyone who chooses to help, please know that my gratitude is beyond words. I promise to pay it forward when I’m able. Thank you all so much for your kindness and support. Updated 5/15/2026 - just found out our daughter has bacterial infection, and not sure if its in bone. We are being told that 6 more weeks minimum is required in NICU. To people who have donated so far, we can't express the gratitude we have for the help. Thank you to all who have and who will help us.