Leland McKenzie

I'm getting old. My body is in so much pain from going through life. I can't work and until I can get SSDI, I don't need much. Not much. Just for a night. My name is Leland and I need just a little help. I just need a room for the night and some funds to buy some socks and shoes. I stay in San Diego and Tijuana. I'd appreciate anything you can help out with so I could get a room for a night and take a shower.

My name is Leland and I am trying to start a business in San Diego, California. I have the skills; all I need are the tools. I'm a fun person to be around. I'm kind beyond belief (or at least that's what my girlfriend says) and I'm a self-motivated go-getter with a passion for helping others in their struggles. However, don't get me wrong, when it comes to work and being in charge of a crew I can be Mr. Nice guy but piss me off and it could cost you your job. Although one of the only things that makes my blood boil is a employee disrespecting anyone else while on the clock. At my company you may be in a situation that has you on the streets for a moment and we handle trash, but that doesn't mean you are trash. I tell my guys that I'm here for them until they disrespect someone, anyone in anyway and we're gonna have a problem. I want the opportunity to create jobs for people who are struggling due to homelessness or because they can't get a job anywhere else due to lack of experience. Whatever the case, there are so many homeless in California because equal opportunity rights laws are a bunch of bullshit. When President Obama started the program in the States where everyone that was receiving benefits could get a free phone with free monthly service, it was such a game changer. The unemployment rate dropped, and it was an eye-opener for me. Most people don't want a handout. What they need is a hand up. Just a chance. Somewhere to be able to get that call that tells them to be at work at 8 am because they got the job. How could they get that life-changing call if they didn't have that Obama phone? And do you know how hard it is for a person living in a tent on a sidewalk downtown to shower and dress in nice, clean, fresh-pressed clothes to show up at a job interview? Not to mention every day after that if they do get the job. I have a vision of an easier way. I'm not a pioneer of the trade, but my reasons are true. I will someday be able to provide day labor to those in need through a junk removal service out of San Diego, California. My employees and I will be cleaning up construction sites, emptying out apartments where tenants left their junk behind, and helping everyday people get rid of years of stuff they have accumulated in the garage. In this line of business, it's acceptable to not shave a day or to smell like sweat or trash because if you didn't before your shift, you will by lunchtime. By offering day-by-day work or day-paid labor, I would eliminate the excuse of no funds for the bus to get to work the next day. I'm in a tight situation myself, but at the same time, I could never be selfish. I believe I have the plan that will help so many people just like me, living in a broken-down car day by day just trying to survive. I can't do it alone. I've asked family and friends; however, let me give you some advice: if you want your dreams to be shot down, blown off, laughed at, or ridiculed, just tell your friends and family about it. That's why you're reading this right now. I'm reaching out to the ones who started from the bottom. I'm talking to you, and you know who you are. The ones that have driven down a street and seen how real the struggle is for homeless people and felt a pain in your heart because you might be able to help one but so many of them, how? I'll tell you how. I know firsthand how just a little can go a long way. If you're able to help but scared to donate to the wrong cause or person, don't worry because everyone is like that. No one wants to give their money to someone else so he can support his habit or do wrong with the money. So I'm not asking for a lot from anyone. Just a little help, anything that you donate is much more than you'll ever imagine. Even a couple of bucks would put me closer to providing jobs to homeless people who otherwise would be out there doing other things to make ends meet, like crime. Even if you're not able to donate a few bucks, just taking your time to read until now is a blessing. It tells me that you believe in me and my dream. Thank you.

My name is Leland. I'm just trying to get on my feet again. I've been homeless for about 7 years now. I'm getting older but not old enough to get SSI. I'm 48 years old. I'm trying to raise funds to rent an apartment or a house. Life is so much harder when you haven't got a home. If you're able to donate a few dollars, anything will help me reach my goal. It will go into my nephew's account and he will transfer the funds to me. I'll keep posting and telling you more about myself and my progress every day. Thank you for your time and kindness.