My wife and I have always tried to handle things on our own, but right now, we’re facing challenges that are too big for us to manage without help. Our car, which we rely on for everything, needed a title loan a couple years ago just to replace the front CV axles and radiator. Now, the transmission is failing, and my wife has had to depend on a coworker for rides to her job at the chicken egg farm in Bouse, AZ. That coworker may be moving out of state soon, and without a working vehicle, my wife could lose her job. This is a huge source of stress for both of us, as her job is our main source of income.

At the same time, our 5th wheel RV, which is our home, has become almost unlivable. The roof leaks badly every time it rains, causing black mold to form. The water heater and propane oven have both been out of commission for over four years, and the water lines leak in multiple places—some of which we can’t even find. The kitchen sink has been blocked from draining properly since we had the black and gray water tanks removed and the toilet hard plumbed. We also have four fur babies—two cats and two small dogs—who depend on us and are affected by these living conditions.

We are hoping to raise enough to repair or replace our vehicle so my wife can keep her job, and to replace our RV, as the cost to fix the roof and other issues is more than the RV is worth. We are grateful to all those who are willing and able to assist us in our time of need, and wish to thank you for any assistance we receive. This has been a difficult time for us, and your support would mean the world to our little family.