I'm raising money for basic needs so I can get some household items.

Why I'm using HandUp for my basic needs.

I am fundraising for basic household items including a blender and rice cooker to support me in eating nutritious foods.

About me.

Hi, I am originally from Mexico City. Due to economic hardship, I moved here seeking a better life. I have lived in the United States for 18 years, and I am happy and confident that I made the right decision in coming here. Things were going well when I was working as a handyman; however, with the real estate fall in 2010, my good run in that line of work ended and I had to start over. This caused economic changes for me, when I was also dealing with physical changes due to age. So I have been restructuring my life to adapt to these changes. I have now been homeless for four years, and I have had sporadic work; I am currently studying computers and Microsoft programs and I am waiting for the opportunity to get housing. Thank you for taking the time to read my story.