I'm currently enrolled in a Medical Billing and Coding program that I'm working hard to complete. I created this fundraiser because an unexpected change in my financial aid has left me with expenses I wasn't prepared to cover out of pocket.

I had been expecting to receive a financial aid refund this term, as I had with my previous terms. Based on that expectation, I borrowed $160 from my stepdad to purchase a pair of glasses I needed, with the understanding that I would repay him as soon as my refund came through.

Unfortunately, I recently learned that my federal student loans were prorated because of the way the remaining portion of my program falls within the academic year. Instead of receiving the refund I had expected, I now have a $329 tuition balance that I need to pay in order to continue my program.

I'm asking for help covering these two expenses:

$329 — remaining tuition balance

$160 — repayment for my glasses

Total goal: $489

I know that everyone has their own expenses and responsibilities, so even if you aren't able to donate, sharing this fundraiser would mean a lot to me.

I'm trying to finish the program I've worked so hard toward, and any help getting through this unexpected financial setback would be deeply appreciated.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story.