My name is Steve, and I’m reaching out because my family and I are facing eviction with nowhere else to turn. I have six children in my care, including my stepdaughter and my oldest son, and we’ve been through so much together. Last May, I lost my job as a truck driver, and since then, it’s been a struggle to keep our heads above water. We lost our housing support after high utility bills became overwhelming—right after prices for electric and gas skyrocketed. We appealed, but still lost our support, even though my partner was about to give birth and was bedridden due to a high-risk pregnancy. It felt like discrimination, and it left us with no safety net.

I’ve been searching for work, but it’s been nearly impossible to balance job hunting with caring for our three toddlers, especially while my partner was unable to help. We moved into our current home two years ago after living in a hotel with three children for over a year. Social services and local organizations told us we’d be living in our car, but I’ve done everything I can to keep my family together. Now, with eviction looming, I’m heartbroken and desperate to keep a roof over our heads. I’m filling out job applications every day, but this news has been crippling for us.

I’ve never asked for public help before, but this is an absolute disaster for my family. Any support you can give would help us stay in our home, avoid homelessness, and give my children the stability they need while I work to get back on my feet. Thank you for reading our story and considering helping us in this difficult time.