My name is Cassandra.  I'm a recent graduate and single mother to my 3-year-old son.  I feel horrible having to make this, but I am currently struggling to afford the next month of expenses for my son and I.  I am also unable to afford my car repair that's necessary for me to work.

Ever since my son was born, I have been working so hard to try to ensure that I will be financially stable, for my son's future.  This summer I graduated Cum Laude with my Bachelor of Science in Nursing, passed NCLEX, received my RN license, and landed a full-time float RN position; which was scheduled to start in August.

Due to circumstances beyond my control, the start date of my job was pushed back 1.5 months at the last minute; leaving me in this unexpected financial struggle.

I had to use the last of my savings for housing.  I did not have enough to wait an additional 1.5 months to start, while supporting my son.  (I cover 100% of his/our expenses on my own, without help.)

Also during this time, my car broke down and is $1500 to repair.  For almost two weeks I have been walking to/from a temporary nanny job, but I will require a working car in order to begin the RN job this month.

Since the start date of my job was pushed back, I am now struggling to afford safe consistent childcare and food for my son, until I receive my paycheck in October.  I am also unable to afford the necessary car repair. 

If I am able to repair my car and afford childcare/food expenses for the month of September, I will be able to begin my RN job.  I desperately need to begin this job in order to provide for my son and keep moving forward.  I have used all of my savings, and exhausted all other options, getting us to this point so far.  Temporary side jobs I have found are still not enough to cover the next month of expenses.  I feel so bad for making this, but I have my son to worry about.  I am beyond grateful for anyone reading, and I promise to pay it forward in the future!
Thank you