Help Maria stay in the UK

Hello dear friends. My name is Maria Gabriela and as it turns out, London is my home. It's where my flat and my friends are, where I'm part of a queer community, where I keep my cositas and my books and my plants, and where I met my love. It is not, however, where I was born, and for me to be able to stay here I need to apply for a new visa before the end of this year.

I am raising funds to cover the visa application fee, plus the healthcare surchage, which add up to more than £4,000. Those of you familiar with my circumstances will know it's been a difficult year in terms of finances (amongst other things lol), and even though I work two jobs I still find it hard to make ends meet. It's hard to ask for help, but I'm coming to you now at a time when it's my only option. My promise to you is that I will continue to do my very best to be a good guy and help my community in London as much as I can. Hopefully there will come a time when I will be able to help all of you as well.

All my love,

Maria.