My name is CJ and I’m a single mom fighting with everything I have to keep my two kids safe and stable. A few months ago, my world shattered when my ex walked out, leaving us with just $40 in the bank. The betrayal cut deep, but I pushed through, working tirelessly to cover rent, bills, and utilities. Every day has been a battle to keep food on the table and a roof over our heads, but we’ve held on barely.

Now, our home has been sold, and the new owner needs us out by December 1. My heart aches thinking of uprooting my kids, especially my youngest, who’s already endured so much emotional turmoil. We’ve found a new home that we can afford and in school district so my daughter can stay with her friends and teachers, the one constant in her life. This move is our chance to start fresh, to rebuild a home filled with love and security, but To secure the home, we need about $8000: $2,000 for the security deposit, $2,000 for the first month’s rent, $2,000 for the last month’s rent, $500 to rent a U-Haul and move our belongings and $500 to cover any associated fees towards this campaign and $1000 to cover deposits for utilities. My job keeps us afloat, but saving this amount while paying bills has been impossible. Every night, I lie awake, worrying about where we’ll go if we can’t make this work.

Your support can change everything. A donation of $10, $20, or whatever you can spare will bring us closer to a safe home. If you can’t donate, please share our story it means just as much. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for giving my kids and me hope for a brighter future. We have until December 1st to make this happen. Please help us stay together and start over.