Hi, my name is Marissa. I never imagined I’d be creating a GoFundMe for myself. I’ve always been the one who figured things out alone, worked multiple jobs, pushed through the hard times, and did whatever I had to do to survive. But this past year has been one of the hardest seasons of my life, and I’ve reached the point where I can’t do it alone anymore.

Because of my physical and mental health, I haven’t been able to work. I’ve been doing everything I can to apply for disability, hoping for some kind of support, but I keep getting denied. Each time I get another denial, it feels like the rug is being pulled out from under me again. I’m fighting so hard to stay afloat, but the weight of everything has been overwhelming.

I’m now struggling just to cover basic monthly expenses like groceries, my phone bill, medical costs, credit cards, and debt collector payments that have been piling up while I’ve been unable to work. Even the simplest bills have become stressful and I constantly feel like I’m choosing which emergency to handle first.

On top of that, I haven’t had a running car in over a year. I need help getting it fixed so I can regain some independence and stability. It feels like every corner of my life has been affected, and I’ve been holding on as best as I can.

This is the part that’s the hardest to admit: I’m tired. I’m scared. And I’m doing my best to stay strong and believe things can get better, but right now I need help to get through this moment. I’m asking for support so I can take care of basic living needs, medical expenses, and start getting my life back on track while I continue fighting for disability approval and working towards rebuilding my life.

I want to be clear about something: I haven’t given up. I’m still hopeful. I still believe things will get better. I know this is only a chapter in my story, not the ending. But I can’t move forward without support.

If you are able to donate, truly, any amount makes a difference — even $5 means more than I can put into words. And if you can’t donate, just sharing this helps more than you know.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you to anyone who takes the time to read this, share this, or help in any way. Thank you for believing in me when life has been so heavy. Thank you for showing kindness during a moment when I really needed it.

I’m so grateful for every single person who supports me through this. I believe better days are coming, and your help is helping me take steps toward them.

With love and gratitude,

Marissa