I'm raising money for security deposit so I can stable housinfg.

Why I'm using HandUp for security deposit.

I am raising funds for a security deposit because I have an opportunity to enter into a wonderful apartment in Oak Park in a program that will help to lower my rental costs. This will help my family stay in stable housing. I am sick with sickle cell anemia and am unable to work regular hours, so this opportunity will ensure that my family does not experience homelessness ever again.

About me.

I am a 31 year old woman with two children. We have stayed mainly in Oak Park, MI. Our hardships happened in 2017. My Job laid off several people and I was one of them. I fell behind with bills and was evicted from my housing. I secured another job shortly after but we were too far into the hole. We were staying with friends, family, and even my mom and sometimes the car.

My backstory.

I was laid off and fell behind on bills and shortly after diagnosed with sickle cell anemia. I am unable to work a steady, day to day job because of this. I am signing up for unemployment because I have received documentation for my condition. I just need help crawling out of this hole.

My goals, moving forward.

I want to secure housing for my children and buy a car. I hope to find ways to take care of my health and continue my schooling.

Other things I'd like to share about myself.

My kids have never missed school due to our homelessness. I have always made sure they made it regardless of our living situation.