UPDATE: Thank you to those who have donated so far. While biking home from work this week I got hit by a car. Thankfully I’m ok, all things considered, but my face took the brunt of it when I slammed to the pavement and the car kept going. Obviously I will now be out of work for the forseeable future and hope to find the driver responsible but there’s no guarantee. On top of lost wages, I will eventually have medical bills to contend with. Needless to say, it’s just about been the toughest month of my life.
If you can and feel compelled to donate beyond the original purpose of this fundraiser, I would be so incredibly grateful. 
Hi friends,
This isn’t easy to write — asking for help rarely is. But after a month of scrambling to stay afloat, I’ve reached the point where I can’t do it alone.
I was recently scammed while trying to secure a new apartment in New York. I lost money I couldn’t afford to lose, and on top of that, I’ve had to cover emergency housing, legal fees to file a civil court case, and countless unexpected expenses just to keep myself safe and moving forward. It’s been devastating — emotionally, financially, and mentally.
Because of what happened, I’ve also been forced to spend the last month separated from my cat, Dorothy — my emotional support and constant companion. I finally found a legitimate apartment that will allow me to bring her home, and I’ve managed to pull together most of what I need to move in. I’m just $2,000 short.
That $2,000 would mean:
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A safe, stable home for both of us
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Reuniting with Dorothy and beginning to heal
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Staying in New York so I can continue auditioning and building toward my dream
Work has been painfully slow this summer, and this situation hit at the worst possible time. I’ve done everything I can on my own, and now I’m asking — with a full heart — for support.
I know times are hard for a lot of people, and I feel a little frivolous even making this request. But this is a real situation for me, and I wouldn’t be asking if I had another option. If you’re able to give, even a small amount, it would mean more than I can say. And if you can’t contribute financially, simply sharing this helps more than you know.
For transparency, here are public resources that document the person who scammed me — someone who has targeted many others:
Thank you for reading. For caring. For believing that even when someone tries to take advantage of you, community can still show up and carry you forward.
With deep gratitude,
Trent
