Hello, and thank you for taking a moment to read this. I never imagined I would need to ask for help like this, but I’m facing an unexpected emergency. I’m a 56-year-old disabled man living in St. Louis, Missouri, currently in the middle of an amicable but life-altering divorce. I received a kidney transplant 18 months ago, and unfortunately, my body has begun producing antibodies that are threatening its success. This has added medical urgency to an already fragile situation.

During this transition, my car was recently repossessed. Without my car, I lose access to medical appointments, basic errands, and the ability to pursue part-time or remote work opportunities that would help me regain independence. I’ve already secured a modest, affordable apartment, and my SSDI income will reliably cover rent and utilities going forward. This situation is not ongoing — it is a one-time emergency gap caused by the timing of the divorce, payments, and sudden loss of transportation.

I’ve exhausted every option I could find: local assistance programs (most with long waiting lists), charities, friends, and family. I’m actively searching for work compatible with my health because my goal is to become fully self-sufficient and never need to ask for help like this again. Asking for help is incredibly humbling. I’m not looking for a handout — just a chance to keep the stability I’ve fought hard to secure and to prevent everything from unraveling at once. If you’re able to help in any way — whether by donating or sharing this — it would mean more than I can express. Thank you for your compassion, your time, and for helping me hold onto this new beginning.