My name is Ruth, and my life’s mission began at 13 when cancer stole my best friend. Her loss shattered me, but I made her a promise: to use my talent in physics and chemistry to find cures that give families more time together. When I lost another close friend to AIDS, my resolve grew stronger—to fight chronic diseases through science and give hope to those battling them.

I’ve poured everything into this dream. In high school, I earned the gold medal as the top-ranked student for four years and graduated valedictorian, solving math and science problems even my teachers couldn’t crack. In my bachelor’s program, I was known to crack problems that others thought unsolvable. Now, as a master’s student, I’m closer than ever to groundbreaking cancer research—but I’m at risk of losing it all.

I have ADHD, which makes typical student jobs like waitressing, common in my city, unbearable. I need major accommodations to manage my symptoms in chaotic environments where I struggle to keep up. I’m a hard worker with a fierce drive, but finding a student job that fits my ADHD feels unsolvable. Worse, I live on my own, covering rent, and bills without family support. I’m desperate. I’ve searched and exhausted every way to fund myself. Tuition, books, and living costs are crushing me, and my dream is slipping away.

Your donation can keep me studying. I’m raising $11000 to cover one year of master’s tuition, textbooks, and living expenses. Every dollar you give keeps me in the classroom, fueling my research to honor my friends and save lives. Please donate now— whatever you can spare makes a difference. If you can’t give, share my story today with friends or family to reach someone who can. I’ll update you on every milestone, from acing exams to pursuing breakthroughs.

With your help, I can keep my promise and fight for a world without cancer—one study session at a time. Donate or share today to make it happen.

Breakdown of Funds:

50% Living expenses (rent, bills)

20% Tuition and fees

20% ADHD Therapy

10% Textbooks and study materials