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Help Monica's Student Find Stability and Healing

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Hi, my name is Monica, and I’m reaching out on behalf of a former student of mine to ask for help during a difficult time. A Black, gender fluid woman in their twenties, they have faced immense challenges, not only financially but also in their personal life. Despite her strength and resilience, she is currently struggling to stay afloat, and they need your support to navigate this tough period.

A major part of her struggle comes from the lack of support from their family. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community, she has experienced significant homophobia from her family. This rejection has deeply affected their mental health and sense of self-worth. Being in an environment where they’re not accepted for who they truly are has created a toxic situation, making it incredibly hard to move forward with confidence and stability.

For a long time, she has been doing everything she can to make ends meet—working multiple jobs, attending school, and managing their personal life. But the constant stress of being rejected by the people who should support them has taken a toll. The emotional and mental weight of navigating both financial hardship and family rejection has made it even harder for them to thrive.

At this moment, they are struggling to pay for basic living expenses like rent, food, and medical care. The pressure has been overwhelming, and despite her best efforts, she finds herself in a position where she simply can't manage it all alone anymore.

This is why we’re asking for your help. The funds raised here will go directly to supporting her basic living expenses, therapy and mental health care, and other essential needs. With your support, she can heal, find stability, and continue pursuing her dreams without the constant stress of survival holding them back.

Everyone deserves the opportunity to build a life where they can be their true self, free from the pain of rejection and the struggle to survive. Your contribution, no matter how small, will make a world of difference in her journey to healing and creating a stable, fulfilling future.

Thank you for taking the time to read this story and for considering a donation. Your support is deeply appreciated and will help them take the first steps toward the life they deserve.

With gratitude,
Monica and the supporters who care.
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Donations (4)

  • Morgan Beryl
    • $25
    • 19 d
  • Ellie Meier
    • $10
    • 21 d
  • Cynthia Muskovitz
    • $100
    • 24 d
  • Maria Edelman
    • $25
    • 24 d
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Monica Marciniak
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Duluth, MN

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