Hello!

I am deeply embarrassed that I have to resort to this. I can not think of any other option. This is an emergency for myself and my child. We need a helping hand. I am posting this anonymously because my child is still in school. If they were to be bullied due to my shortcomings I would never forgive myself. My goal is to repay loans, catch up on bills, and pay for medical/ dental treatments. I also want to use any leftover money to donate to local food banks.

I lost my job due to budget cuts. I apply to jobs every day. I have called and emailed to follow up. No luck so far. I’m still actively looking all the time.

Before I was let go, my Doctors discovered a health complication caused by a pre-existing condition. These health problems and constant pain have also made my existing depression and anxiety much worse. I am getting treatment for everything. I no longer have insurance through my employer. Navigating these problems, changing treatments, and hoping what I need will be covered has been discouraging and exhausting. Unfortunately, my child and I both need dental work. A week ago I had a painful infection from a cracked tooth. Most days I just want to curl up in a ball and cry. As any mom will tell you, that’s not even on the list of options!

I have had to prioritize financial responsibilities. At this time I’m struggling to afford my car insurance, fuel, or even basic maintenance. This makes it difficult to get to appointments and job interviews and so on. Now I’m also facing the fact that my child is going to suffer from my lack of funds as well. My struggles are one thing. I can’t allow my child to pay the price for my struggles. I have had several friends and family help me out with some loans. I MUST pay them back, everyone is struggling right now.

Lastly, I don’t want this fundraiser to just be about me. I have asked for a little more than what I need. I want to donate cash to my local food banks. I want to split it between Cuba, Lewistown, and Canton. I would also like to donate groceries to the food boxes around these towns. I know I’m not the only one struggling, and I want to pay it forward. There will absolutely be receipts/ proof of these donations.

Please help if you can, I am desperate.