Help Naila Perez Rebuild After Devastating Flood

Hello, my name is Naila Perez. On the night of July 14th, torrential rain turned the streets of Paterson into a river, and I watched in disbelief as the water crept under my doors and swallowed my car (Jeramiah) whole—my only means of getting to work, doing errands, and caring for my little family (2 kittens).

It is only me. My one sister has been helping me get to and from work as much as she can. When I called my insurance company, they told me they could only pay my note off; replacing the car outright was beyond their policy. I’ve found a reliable vehicle that costs $4,600, but between rent, utilities, and groceries, my paycheck simply doesn’t stretch that far. I’m left standing at a crossroads, desperate for a fresh start but short by thousands. If you can find it in your heart to help me bridge this gap, even a small donation will mean getting back on my feet and restoring the lifeline that keeps me moving forward.