HOUSING EMERGENCY: No Job Offers, Rent Overdue!
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My name is Fred Chapman, and I have worked from my Bethlehem, PA apartment for almost 14 years. Due to a series of hardships and setbacks, I am now at high risk of losing my home.
I have two medical conditions which are legally recognized as disabilities under federal and state laws, and I am also 60 years old. Illegal disability discrimination knocked me out of the workforce 6 months ago, and illegal age discrimination has locked me out of the workforce ever since. I have applied for many jobs but found only part-time work, and it is not enough.
I am more than 2 months behind on my rent, but my landlord has generously agreed to let me stay in my home if I keep up with my current rent and pay something toward my back rent each month. I have paid $200 towards my August rent so far, but I need help with the rest.
Here are some fundraising milestones that I hope to achieve on GoFundMe:
- $1,500 before the end of August lets me stay in my home another month.
- $2,500 helps me make student loan payments for my career training program.
- $5,000 funds my job search for 2 more months so I can become self-sustaining.
I am training for a new career direction in data science and machine learning. But I must get past this financial emergency to complete my 6-month training program. After I earn my advanced certificate, my school will help me get a job in my field. Then I will finally have some financial security after so many years of hardships and setbacks!
Donations in any amount will help me a great deal, and so will sharing my GoFundMe campaign. I deeply appreciate your kindness, and I promise to pay it forward!
With gratitude,
Fred Chapman
Bethlehem, PA
August 2022
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Fred Chapman
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Bethlehem, PA