Help Support Our Family Overcome Student Debt

Dear Friends, Family, and Kind Strangers,

I hope this message finds you well. My name is Ageng Putri (you also know me as "Cia"), and I’m reaching out to you with a heartfelt request to support my husband Ed, our little daughter Alina, and myself as we strive to overcome a significant financial burden.

**Our Journey So Far**

Ed and I have been diligently paying off his student loans for the past 8 to 9 years. During this time, we've managed to pay off 60% of his student loan for his Master's degree in Music from CalArts. We've worked hard, made sacrifices, and have been committed to clearing this debt. However, life threw us an unexpected curveball.

**The Accident**

In December 2023, Ed was involved in a major car accident. While we are incredibly grateful that he emerged relatively unscathed, the accident necessitated the purchase of a new car, adding to our financial strain. Despite this setback, Ed has remained positive and resilient, always putting our family first.

**Current Challenges**

I'm currently looking for a job to help support our family. However, not having a car has limited my job search, and finding daycare for Alina adds another layer of complexity. I need to find a job that pays enough to cover the cost of daycare and still contribute to our family’s needs. Since I am not working at the moment, I came up with the idea of this GoFundMe campaign as a way to help my family during this challenging time.

**Our Dream for Alina’s Future**

We have a beautiful 22-month-old daughter, Alina, who is the light of our lives. As parents, our greatest wish is to provide her with a stable and promising future. We want to ensure that we can support her education and dreams without the looming pressure of student debt.

**A Special Birthday Wish**

Our family has a unique birthday LEO trifecta: Ed, Alina, and I all have birthdays coming up. My deepest desire is to surprise Ed with the gift of a fresh start, free from the burden of his student loans. This would not only be a gift to him but also a significant step towards securing Alina’s future.

**How You Can Help**

I am reaching out to ask for your support in making this dream a reality. Any contribution, no matter how small, will make a tremendous difference in our lives. Your generosity will help us:

1. Pay off the remaining student loan balance

2. Focus on providing a better future for Alina

3. Start anew as a family without the weight of financial stress

**A Surprise for Ed**

I made this fund without Ed knowing, intending it to be a surprise. If you know Ed, please don’t tell him about this campaign. However, you probably know about his student loan struggles, making your support even more meaningful.

**Thank You**

From the bottom of our hearts, we thank you for taking the time to read our story. Your kindness and support mean the world to us. The money will 100% go to Ed's student loans. If you are unable to contribute, sharing our story with your network would also be a great help.

With sincere gratitude,

Cia, Ed, and Alina