Hello,

My name is Chanel, and I'm a loving daughter, a mother, and a grandmother asking for help thru a very difficult time in life. Every dollar will go directly toward helping me keep a roof over my head, secure stable housing, and continue rebuilding. If you're taking the time to read my story, thank you!✨️

I'm raising funds to help me complete my move into stable housing while I continue rebuilding my life and searching for employment. I have faith and know that

"I can do all things thru Christ who strengthens me" Philippians 4:13.

Over the past year, my life changed in ways I never expected. I've experienced financial setbacks while trying to rebuild my income. Majority of my focus shifted to helping care for my 77-year-old mother through months of serious health challenges, uncertainty, and watching her in unbearable pain while Dr's try to figure out causes. This all while continuing to search for work. Like many people, I kept believing I could financially catch up on my own. Eventually, I realized I needed to accept help. Leaning into my faith in God gave me the courage to share my story in hopes that it encourages others to come alongside me during this difficult season.

I invested what little I had into trying to build an online business because I wanted to be my own boss. I put that on hold and when it became clear it wasn't financially possible to continue, I made the difficult decision to close the store and recovered a small refund. I truly tried every avenue before asking for this help. This campaign isn't my first option—it's simply the next step in rebuilding.

Your generosity will help cover:

• Remaining July rent: $1,155 (includes late fee)

• August rent: $1,155 (includes late fee) through the end of my lease on August 31. Total of $2,310 to complete. Move out day is August 29th, will come back and clean on August 30th, do walk thru and hand in keys August 31st.

The following expenses are estimated since I haven't secured my next home yet:

• Rental application fees and first month's rent

• Security deposit to secure stable housing

• Moving expenses, including a rental truck and moving assistance

Every dollar will go directly toward helping me complete this move and take the next steps toward stability in a new place to call home as I just want to keep a roof over my head and continue rebuilding toward a stable future.

I'm actively searching for employment, continuing to move forward one day at a time, and doing everything I can to improve my situation. I'm not looking for someone to rescue me. I'm asking for help building a bridge to the next chapter of my life getting over this hard emotional hump. Every amount adds up to bridging this gap as caregivers need a little care too sometimes.😊

If you've made it this far, thank you for giving me a few minutes of your time. Whether you're able to donate, share my fundraiser, or simply pray for me, please know I appreciate every act of kindness. Thank you for helping me build a bridge to my new beginning. God bless you. 💜

With gratitude,

Chanel 💜