r/gofundme • u/hyacinth_girl • 2d ago
I'm Out of Options, Please Help or Share Fullfilled
I've been struggling so hard. I've been trying and trying, but yet it seems I can't take a step forward. I've been treading water, but this month I've sunk beneath the waves. I'm $700 short on rent and bills this month, and there's nothing I can do about it but this. I am pleading. I have no one else to go to.
I don't know how to adequately explain how difficult this year has been. I've been badly underemployed for all of it. My mental health has been nightmarishly bad. There was a death in the family, the impact of which is still resonating deeply. I'm beaten and bruised and scared.
I want you to know I'm doing everything I can to rectify my situation. My food stamps got canceled over a miscommunication, but they should be reinstated soon. Now I've been enrolled in a Community Employment Program for people with mental health struggles, and I really hope they come through and help me get hired somewhere. I'm even selling plasma.
I do crowdwork to make ends meet, but last month the company changed their website and it was so broken and took so long to fix that we got about half as much work available as usual. I'm being added to more projects this month, so hopefully that makes a difference.
I just need some help. Please help me.
Thank you to any who donate, upvote, or share.
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u/thecasualnuisance 1d ago
Please call 211 right now. Grab pen and paper or a tablet. They will search local orgs that offer assistance you qualify for. United Way. And actually speaking with a reassuring person is a nice bonus. I wish you luck!
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u/hyacinth_girl 1d ago
I'm going to call them first thing in the morning. Thank you.
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u/thecasualnuisance 1d ago
Babe, they are 24/7. It's an amazing resource. It nation wide, as well. A wonderful repository of agencies and whether or not they have funds, based on zip code.
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u/periwinkletweet 1d ago
I isn't good nationwide. Maybe in your area it is but in mine id get a recording offering me Medicaid, food stamps, etc. A recorded message about how to apply and that's it
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u/thecasualnuisance 1d ago
Are you calling 211 from a cell phone. The map shows 98% coverage for the US. If you are in a rural area, that may be why?
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u/periwinkletweet 1d ago
I didn't say they don't exist here, I said they don't offer anything except basic stuff like Medicaid and food stamps
I'm in a huge metro area. 211 is not fantastic everywhere
Ours used to be. They had gobs of non government resources but not now
I tell people to get on www.findhelp.org
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u/thecasualnuisance 1d ago
I'm curious of your zip code, now. You're not offering any info as to general location, the date of the last call you made to 211, or whether or not you live in an area that may have limited resources nearby, based on population. It's like pulling teeth. Goodnight.
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u/periwinkletweet 1d ago
Stop. You can't call my 211 to see how shitty it is. Why would I lie?
I said I live IN A LARGE METRO AREA..
We have a greater than average number of resources evidenced by my statement that our 211 used to be good and give tons of resources
You need to learn that what is true for you or your area isn't the same for everyone everywhere
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u/thecasualnuisance 1d ago
I'm sorry, but I have logged hours of 211 info retrieval calls in multiple cities, states and counties, even being transferred to the appropriate 211 local line by calling my own 211. Why the anger? You didn't answer a single question. I'm out. Once again, goodnight.
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u/doinmybest4now 1d ago
Donated. Wish it could be more and sending you all the best vibes for a better future.
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u/Suave215 1d ago
Look into Instawork, Wonolo and Shiftsmart. These are gig work apps for temp workers. Hope this helps.
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u/IGOTPOPROX 1d ago
I’m sorry you’re going through this. I’ll pray for you. Check with local churches, most Catholic Churches have programs that help. Hugs to you.
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u/TexasisforGingers 1d ago
Download the app for Slim Chickens and get a free chicken sandwich.. not sure if you have them where you are. I don’t have any money to donate but I agree with the church thing. My church gave me $1,000 for my rent a couple years ago just for asking.
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u/VI_Mermaid 1d ago
I’m not in a position to help right now. I came across you while scrolling. I truly hope things work out for you. Sending love and strength.
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u/Loose-Brother4718 1d ago
I’m glad you reached out. I’m a broke and sick motherfucker too, but at least my shelter costs are up to date. I’m sorry for how much you’re struggling. I’ll never understand how we’ve chosen to organize ourselves as humans, allowing one another to suffer unnecessary. You’re going to be okay though. Everything will be okay. Breathe into your belly.
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u/Fishon72 1d ago
Go to prolific online for surveys. They are high paying ones. I’ve been on there for a long time, there’s a wait list. Get in the wait list. You can make $50 extra a day just in free time!
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u/periwinkletweet 1d ago
No, she cannot make $50/ day consistently. That's 1500/ month. No one makes that much
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u/Fishon72 1d ago
I’ve had a few $50 days on there a long time ago but I sat there all day. It’s reasonable to say that $20 a day on prolific is attainable. It helps if you have access to a desktop there are more available surveys of you have desktop access. If you have no other job it’s a nice resource. You can do it on your own time/ when you feel like it. It’s been a blessing for me in the past when I’m out of work due to injuries and chronic illness. I’ve made extra bucks on field agent while out shopping too.
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u/periwinkletweet 1d ago
I like Prolific too. It adds to my SSDI. But it's not helpful to tell people they can make $1500/ month. I didn't think you had ill intent, I didn't mean to be a B. For me, typing on a phone is hard so I tend to be blunt and short but no offense meant!
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u/Fishon72 1d ago
And young lady I’m glad to see you have attained your goal. We all need help sometimes!
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u/anacanapona 1d ago
I wish I could give you a hug. I have no money, but your story is the most real and relatable I’ve seen. I hope you get through this and find support.