Jon Albright: Finding Hope For The Future

Hi, I'm Jon.

Welcome and greetings! I'm fundraising to keep my temporary housing (in a hotel) and not become homeless. I'm hoping to raise enough to stay here a few more months, as well as to afford groceries and keep my storage unit. My situation has become urgent and critical.

I started this GFM last year when I was going through cancer treatments. I'm in remission now, but other health issues have since appeared and I'm somewhat disabled now.

I have been out of work for quite some time, although I was able to work on a few short contracts earlier this year.

I am actively searching and applying for jobs in the education sector, but I can no longer handle a classroom (maybe adult learning, but not middle or high school).

I am passionate about science and math education. I am working on two textbooks and an educational game to teach physical science. Those projects are on hold until I can secure the basic needs of life: continued shelter, food, etc. I'd love to find a way to work on my projects full time, but that's not my primary focus right now.

I was a high school science teacher (public and private schools), a geographer/data analyst in public service (local government), and I also took care of my mom (she had Alzheimer's) for eleven years.

I've given back as a Scout leader, a teacher, a volunteer, a public servant, and community activist for public transportation. I still have so much to give, but at this moment, I need help.

This is very difficult to ask, but it's my only hope right now. I'm completely alone and in need of help to pay for my temporary housing, bills, and daily expenses.

I'm still trying for jobs in the edtech sector, and I'm currently taking classes on web and Python application programming. I also continue to review concepts and write content in science and math. I even do calculus for fun! I hope those additional skills might help me to finally land a good position in edtech. I am unable to do most physically demanding jobs due to my illness and chronic pain. I am most definitely NOT lazy.

I'm very sorry to ask for help. It feels like admitting a profound failure. I feel like I have so much left to offer and even though the future is very uncertain now, I still have high hopes and dreams. I want to beat this situation and finally build a stable life. I'm just trying to survive and find a way forward.

My deepest appreciation for your time and kindness. May you be blessed and successful in all you do. Love to all.

Many thanks, Jon