My name is Rebecca Ervin Lang. I served probation in the state of California in my hometown of Yuba City for protection, and now that I'm off probation, I need to return to my friend in Texas who's been safeguarding my bicycle and tools.

$500 would cover a train ticket from where I served probation, as well as afford me clean clothes and new shoes when I arrive. My heels have worn through these boots, and I've been wearing the same pair of socks for weeks.