My cat Astaroth

This is my cat Astaroth. I rescued him when he was just 2 months old. Him and my other cat are the loves of my life... With veterinarian expenses being due up front, I can't afford to take him in(due to some financial struggles recently), just a consultation fee is $190 and every treatment and test they do costs a lot. I am struggling to keep my head above water as a full time student and employee at a mortuary. This is the first time my cat has ever gotten sick and I desperately need help getting him to the vet, as he has only gotten worse despite my home remedies.

I'm afraid I will lose him if I don't get help. I set my goal to $1000 because that's the high end range for treating severe upper respiratory infections, which could turn into pneumonia (based on a lot of research I've done). Any help would mean an unspeakable amount of gratitude and comfort knowing my little partner is safe and healthy again. 

Thank you. This is not easy at all to ask.