My family and I have been working hard to secure a stable home for ourselves. Three years ago, we made the big decision to move from Florida to Ohio, seeking a more affordable place to live and a healthier environment for my wife, who suffers from asthma. In Florida, she struggled with asthmatic bronchitis at least once or twice a year, making daily life difficult for her and our family. Since moving, we’ve found a place that feels like home and has given us hope for a better future for our four children living with us.

Recently, we’ve faced some major setbacks. Our main source of income was lost when an uninsured driver hit our parked car, taking away my ability to work as a rideshare driver. At the same time, we experienced a disruption in our financial assistance, making it even harder to keep up with our rent-to-own contract. Now, we’re at a critical point: we have about two weeks to come up with an offer to keep our home, and we’re facing an eviction hearing on Monday. If we can raise enough to cover at least one month’s rent, we may be able to stay in the house and complete the purchase within the next two weeks.

This home means everything to us. It’s not just a roof over our heads—it’s a place where our children feel safe and where we hope to build a better future. If we’re able to secure the funds, we plan to apply for a mortgage to fix or rebuild the property, turning it into a truly comfortable and lasting home. Any support will help us keep our family together and give us the chance to move forward after a difficult year.