Hi, my name is Victoria, and this is by far the hardest thing I’ve ever had to write. I never imagined I’d be asking for help like this, but right now, I’m in crisis, and I have no one else to turn to.
Just recently, my grandmother passed away. She wasn’t just a family member—she was my heart, my safe place, and the one constant in my life. Losing her so suddenly has left me completely devastated. I’ve been trying to hold everything together emotionally, but it’s been incredibly hard. She was the one who always made sure I was okay, the one I could call when things got overwhelming.
Now I’m not only grieving the biggest loss of my life—I’m also on the brink of losing my home. I’ve fallen behind on rent and was given a final notice. If I don’t come up with the money soon, I’ll be evicted. I’m scared. I’ve never felt this uncertain about my future. I’ve always worked hard and tried to handle things on my own, but between the emotional toll of losing my grandmother and trying to stay afloat financially, I’m drowning.
I don’t have savings or family I can lean on. I live paycheck to paycheck, and right now, I’m just trying to survive one day at a time. My rent is past due, and every night I go to sleep wondering if I’ll still have a place to live next week. I’ve reached out to local aid programs, but I haven’t been approved in time—and time is something I no longer have.
If you’re reading this and you’ve ever faced something similar—losing someone close or fearing eviction—I hope you understand how heavy this moment feels. I’m not asking for a handout. I’m asking for a lifeline. Anything—literally anything—would help me keep my home, have a little time to grieve, and start getting my life back on track.
Thank you so much for taking the time to read my story. If you’re able to donate, even just a few dollars, it would mean more than I can put into words. If you can’t donate, sharing this post would still be a huge help.
