Update: 05/11/2026

Happy Belated Mother’s Day. I honestly did not have it in me to celebrate this year. I spent most of the day editing pictures, crying, and trying to push through a pain that feels bigger than me right now. Grief has been sitting heavy on my chest, and I am doing my best to keep going, even when I feel completely overwhelmed. Right now, I still need a little more assistance to reach my goal so we can keep our housing. 

Mentally and emotionally, we are struggling. I am also hoping to find someone who may be able to help research resources, organizations, or people who are financially able to assist us during this difficult time. I am very depressed right now, but I am still trying.

 Any help, prayers, positive energy, shares, or resources would mean more than I can explain. Thank you to everyone who has already shown love and support. It truly matters.

Update:05/08/2026

I just wanted to take a moment to say thank you to everyone who has donated, shared, checked on me, or sent love my way. It truly means more than I can explain. I recently found out that the last two months have not been covered, so help is definitely still needed.

 I am doing everything I can to secure a job soon and get back on stable ground, but right now I am still in a difficult place financially. If you are able to donate or share my GoFundMe, I would be so grateful. If you cannot give, please send positive vibes, prayers, blessings, and any good energy you have.

 I need all of it right now. Thank you again for showing up for me during a really hard season. Your support reminds me that I am not alone.

Update: 3/17/2026

Thank you to everyone who has donated. It really means a lot. I know some people have attempted to reach me.  I have been with service for more than a month. I haven’t had phone service close two month. I wasn’t aware that the bill was that high. I am not trying to throw someone under the bus , but I wasn’t aware of it until my phone was off. 

 No communication from job as been stressful. This is the reason I stay home. 

If you not mind , can you share this GoFund . It would really mean a lot.

 This is not an easy thing for me to share, but I believe in honesty and community.

The past year has been one of the hardest seasons of my life. Losing my mom changed me in ways I am still trying to navigate. Grief has been heavier than I expected, and trying to keep life moving forward while carrying that loss has been incredibly difficult.

Many of you know me through my photography and community work. Through my camera, I have always tried to help people feel seen who often don’t feel safe or represented. Creating that space has always meant everything to me.

But right now, I am the one who needs a little help.

Between grief, financial strain, and trying to keep my photography business moving forward, I’ve reached a point where I need support to stabilize. I am raising $8,000 to help cover essential bills like housing, utilities, and basic living expenses while I continue working, applying for jobs, and rebuilding after this difficult season.

Asking for help is not easy for me. But I believe in the power of community, and I know many of you understand what it means to go through hard seasons.

If you are able to donate or share this fundraiser, it would mean more to me than I can express. Every contribution, no matter the size, helps me breathe a little easier and keep moving forward.

Thank you for believing in me, supporting my work, and being part of my community.

With gratitude,

Tosha Gaines