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Support A Single Mom's Healing Journey

Support A Single Mom's Healing Journey

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Alex Austin

Fundraising forAlex Austin
Alex Austin

Alex Austin

Schaumburg, Illinois

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Hi everyone. Thank you so much for taking the time to read a little about our story. My name is Alex, and I’m a single mom to an amazing 12yr old girl who is my entire world and reason for everything I do.

I’m starting this fundraiser because the last couple of years have been difficult for us, and it has come to a point where I need to ask for help. I work a full time job as a mental health professional, and I’m currently in school to finish my terminal degree. I started studying psychology at first to learn about myself, and it became my passion and something that fulfills me deeply. I have dedicated my life to serving vulnerable and underserved populations, but I had to step away from that role a few months ago when my mental health became too fragile. I couldn’t sit with other people’s pain when mine was crushing me.

So I’ve been on FMLA for the past three months, originally intending it to only be a month. But it wasn’t enough time.

My PTO hours have run out, and I’m currently behind on all of my bills. My rent, car payment, all utilities, everything.

I have used this time to heal and get myself back to a healthy place. I’ll be going back to work soon, we just need a little help to close this gap. Anything anyone can give would be so appreciated. I know how hard life is for everyone right now, but I’ve also seen what can happen when people come together for one another.

Thank you again for reading 🤍

Brooke Acosta

Brooke Acosta

$300 • Recent donation

Brooke Acosta

Brooke Acosta

$300 • Top donation

Brooke Acosta

Brooke Acosta

$300 • First donation

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Alex Austin

Alex Austin is the organizer of this fundraiser

Support A Single Mom's Healing Journey
Alex Austin

Alex Austin

Schaumburg, Illinois

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Alex Austin

Fundraising forAlex Austin
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👍 0% fee

Hi everyone. Thank you so much for taking the time to read a little about our story. My name is Alex, and I’m a single mom to an amazing 12yr old girl who is my entire world and reason for everything I do.

I’m starting this fundraiser because the last couple of years have been difficult for us, and it has come to a point where I need to ask for help. I work a full time job as a mental health professional, and I’m currently in school to finish my terminal degree. I started studying psychology at first to learn about myself, and it became my passion and something that fulfills me deeply. I have dedicated my life to serving vulnerable and underserved populations, but I had to step away from that role a few months ago when my mental health became too fragile. I couldn’t sit with other people’s pain when mine was crushing me.

So I’ve been on FMLA for the past three months, originally intending it to only be a month. But it wasn’t enough time.

My PTO hours have run out, and I’m currently behind on all of my bills. My rent, car payment, all utilities, everything.

I have used this time to heal and get myself back to a healthy place. I’ll be going back to work soon, we just need a little help to close this gap. Anything anyone can give would be so appreciated. I know how hard life is for everyone right now, but I’ve also seen what can happen when people come together for one another.

Thank you again for reading 🤍

Organizer

Alex Austin

Alex Austin is the organizer of this fundraiser

$300of $5,000 goal
1Donors
0Comments
1Share ArrowShares
Brooke Acosta

Brooke Acosta

$300 • Recent donation

Brooke Acosta

Brooke Acosta

$300 • Top donation

Brooke Acosta

Brooke Acosta

$300 • First donation

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