Hello, this is Tricia W. Alleyne. I want to tell you that this is no space for judgement. I don't normally share my story, but I am currently struggling with my financial situation, especially living in California. My partner is helping me when I need but he has to take care of other things.

When I look at my budget to prepare and save money for an emergency fund (shipping moving expenses-Pods, paying deposit for apartment, food, and flight), it seems impossible to save. This is because I pay rent for a one-bedroom apartment that costs $2480 plus fees, totaling around $2517 monthly. This leaves me with around $1000, which I use to pay for the internet, gas, electricity, and mobile bills. This leaves almost nothing for food shopping for the next 3 weeks. Also I don’t have a car to travel.

Unfortunately, on March 20, HR informed me that my job will not renew the contract this fall. My job laid me off, which means that my job position is a long-term position. I moved to California 2 years ago from the east coast. My dream job was shattered. I went through a lot with an emotional rollercoaster. I was stressed finding jobs in California, Texas, or DMV. I applied for many job applications since May 2024, and I am unsure whether to stay here in California, continue living in my apartment before renewing the lease, or move to Texas or DMV.

Right now, I don't have a job after August 2024. I will be moving out on August 10th. I am more inclined to move to Texas and possibly get jobs in Texas, which is more likely to get job interviews. The donation would be spent on moving expenses, food, and flight.

So far, I have used the donation towards expenses. Here is a breakdown of the costs:

$205.00: Apartment application/deposit fees (approved)

$62.00: Apartment application fee (later, I found out I was approved by another apartment)

$695.00: Rent for the new apartment (transfer apt number-pending, will pay the difference)

$100.00: Deposit for the new apartment (paid)

$1,760.00: Rent with money order fee included (current apartment in California)

$1,325.00 (balance): Mover truck from California to Texas (paid $550 deposit payment) total: $1875

$398- bought flight ticket

$50- set up electric account

$192- paid renter insurance

$22- paid food

Current balance: $1,321.99 (from the donations)

After paying for the mover truck, I will have $147 remaining in my account. I need to cover additional expenses such as the flight ticket from California to Texas, food, transportation, and other essentials.

Therefore, I am reaching out to ask if you could kindly consider donating from the heart. Your support would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for your help.

Thank you,

Tricia Wenda Alleyne