I'm raising money for driver's training so I can get a driver's license.

Why I'm using HandUp for driver's training.

I've never had a driver's license. This is really holding me back on my goals. I've taken a lot of steps towards my future and I have come to realize this is the one thing I really need to do. I've never driven and will need to start at the beginning.

About me.

I grew up here with my Mom and siblings. My Mom has been supportive and she helped me be more aware of certain choices I've made. She helped me face things i needed to face. Once I was able to get my own apartment, she helped me get a few pieces of furniture. My work experience is in hospitality. I'm nervous on my own but I have a support system and I really need to learn to drive, but cannot afford lessons. I have no way to meet this goal on my own right now, and it will be needed for all of my future goals. I would be so appreciative of help with this.

My backstory.

Awhile back I took a scary step and left a domestic violence situation. I entered a women's shelter and finally realized I was on a bad path allowing someone to hurt me. I was physically and also emotionally abused, and things got dangerous. I was so scared to leave. Since then, I'm now living in my own apartment far away from my abuser. I've taken steps to protect my safety, and I'm thinking about my future.

My goals, moving forward.

Besides getting a driver's license. I plan to go to school. I am interested in a medical profession. I also have the goal of never letting someone abuse me. It's not worth it.

Other things I'd like to share about myself.

Starting my life over was one of the scariest and hardest things I've ever done. I'm proud of myself for how far I've come. Being independent makes me hsppy.