My granddaughter is turning 2 years old, and she is the light of our lives. Her mom, my daughter, is only 19 and has always depended on me for support. I work hard every week to make sure they have what they need, but recently I suffered an injury that forced me to miss work. It’s been incredibly hard not being able to help them the way I want to, especially for such a special occasion as my granddaughter’s birthday.

Usually, I’m the one who makes sure her birthday is filled with joy—pizza parties, ice cream cake, and tokens for the kids to play. This year, I just can’t do it on my own. I feel so down knowing I can’t give her the celebration she deserves or get her a special gift from Walmart, like an iPad, which I would have loved to do for her. Even the smallest help would mean so much to us right now.

If you’re able to support us, your kindness will help make my granddaughter’s birthday a happy memory and remind us that we’re not alone. Thank you for considering helping our family during this difficult time.