Dear kind-hearted strangers,

It’s incredibly humbling and honestly very difficult for me to be writing this. I’m ashamed to be in this position—reaching out to ask for help—but I’ve run out of options. I am a woman trying to escape a domestic violence situation, and I’m doing everything I can to survive and start over.

I’ve exhausted every resource in my small town. Shelters are full, and local programs have no funding left. I’ve tried every avenue I can think of, and now I’m left with nowhere to turn—except here, to the kindness of people I don’t even know.

Right now, I’m alone, scared, and emotionally drained. I don’t have family or a safety net. But I do have hope. I believe in second chances, and I believe in healing. I just need help getting to a safe place where I can begin that journey.

Your support, no matter how small, would mean more than words can express. It’s not just about money—it’s about being seen and given the chance to live a life free of fear. If you’re able to help, you’ll be giving me more than a donation. You’ll be giving me the start of a new life.

Thank you for reading my story. Thank you for your compassion, and thank you for being the kind of person who helps a stranger in need.