Hi, my name is Neftali, I’m 21 years old, and I live in the Rhode Island area. I’m hoping to raise enough money to buy a reliable car by the end of the year. I’m working hard to better my life and become more independent, but getting to work without a car can be difficult. I currently have to take the bus very early and sometimes bike, which can feel unsafe as a young woman in my area. I recently started a new job, and after growing up in an abusive home, I had to move out at a young age and learn how to support myself. Right now, I’m living paycheck to paycheck and struggling to keep up with my bills. Having a car would make such a huge difference in my everyday life by making it easier and safer for me to get to work and handle my responsibilities. I’m not asking for an easy way out, I’m just hoping for a little help getting to a point where life can be a little more manageable and I can continue building a better future for myself. Any amount, no matter how small, would mean so much to me. Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for any support you’re able to give.