17 year old's engine is knocking!!!

Hi, my name is Jacob Billick, and I’m reaching out because I truly need your help.

Right now, I’m in a tough spot. My only means of transportation, my car, has developed a severe engine knock, making it unsafe and unreliable to drive. Without it, I have no way to get to work or school. I live about 15 miles away from school, and walking or biking just isn’t an option, especially with major intersections in the way.

As a 17 year old doing my best to build a future for myself, this situation is devastating. I’ve worked hard to be independent, but the cost of repairs is simply beyond my reach.

I urgently need a car by the start of summer because I have an incredible opportunity, I’ll be working full-time at Sarasota Memorial Hospital, assisting and shadowing in the trauma center. I worked there full-time last summer and put everything I earned into buying what I thought was a reliable car. Unfortunately, I was scammed and the seller lied about the car’s condition and title, and I lost nearly $5,000 on what turned out to be a worthless pile of metal.

After months of trying to push through, I’m at a breaking point. I just need a safe, reliable car to get to work and school so I can keep moving forward. That’s why I’m asking for your help.

I’m hoping to raise $10,000 to secure a dependable car that will get me where I need to go. Any amount, big or small, would mean the world to me. Even if you can’t donate, simply sharing this with others could make all the difference.

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to read this. Your support means everything to me during this challenging time.

If you can help, please consider donating or sharing my story with someone who might be able to help, Thank you from the bottom of my heart.