Today I met a single mother and her 7-year-old daughter.
I approached them and asked if some money I had found belonged to them. Even though they could have claimed it, they chose to tell the truth.
To reward their honesty, we gave them $500.
They broke down in tears and shared their heartbreaking story.
Tajanae is a single mom doing everything she can to care for her 7-year-old daughter, Layla, who is battling a rare genetic neurological disorder that causes severe migraines, strokes, and seizures.
Layla has been hospitalized multiple times, including stays in the pediatric intensive care unit.
As if watching her little girl fight for her health wasn't hard enough, Tajanae and Layla are currently without a home of their own, staying with friends whenever they can.
Tajanae also doesn't have a car, making it incredibly difficult to get Layla to the hospital during emergencies.
Recently, Layla stopped breathing and had to be rushed to the hospital. Without reliable transportation, Tajanae was left stranded during one of the scariest moments of her life.
On top of everything, without the proper insurence, the cost of Layla's daily medications and medical care has become overwhelming.
No mother should have to worry about how she'll get her sick child to the hospital or where they'll sleep at night.
Despite everything they're facing, Tajanae still chose honesty when no one was watching.
Let's rally around Tajanae and Layla to help them find a stable home, get a reliable car, cover Layla's medical expenses, and give this mother and daughter some much-needed relief.
Let's give Tajanae the opportunity to focus on what matters most: caring for her little girl.
Do your thing, internet ❤️
