Hi everyone,

My name is Leo, and I'm reaching out because I'm going through one of the hardest periods of my life. A string of bad luck led to losing my housing situation back in Washington state, so I came down to the Los Angeles area hoping the warmer climate would make it easier to survive while I get back on my feet.

I'm currently primitive camping to make ends meet—no stable place, just trying to stay safe day-to-day. Even in LA's milder weather (warm days but cooler nights, occasional wind/rain, and the unpredictability of outdoor living), it's tough: exposure wears you down, finding secure/legal spots is hard, and basic needs add up fast when you're starting from scratch.

I'm working hard every day—job hunting, applying for resources, and planning steps toward stable housing and steady work—but I need some help to bridge this gap and avoid setbacks. Donations will go directly toward essentials like:

Paid campground or RV park fees for safer, legal spots with access to water, toilets, showers, and security

Better tent/tarp setup for shade, wind/rain protection, and privacy

Sleeping bag, blankets, ground pad, and layers for cooler nights

Food, hot meals, propane for a small stove, batteries, hygiene items, and other daily basics to stay healthy and presentable while job searching

Anything is truly appreciated—even small amounts like $5, $10, or $20 add up quickly and can make a huge difference, like a safer night's sleep or a hot meal. If you can't donate, sharing this campaign would help so much too.

I'm determined to turn this around soon and get back to independence. Your support right now could be the push I need to get there faster.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for reading this and for any kindness you can offer. Hoping I can find work tell the summer where im hoping to work for burning man DPW.

With gratitude,

Leo