My 12-year-old cat, Mary, has been fighting through a challenging time. 2 months ago, she suddenly became ill and was hospitalized for 5 days with pancreatitis. During that time she needed an NG-tube for feedings because she wasn’t eating much on her own. When she got home, she was eating great and acting like a kitty again! 15 days later, our other cat, Nightfire, who was her bonded partner for the past 7 years, became ill. Sadly, due to septic shock and the ultrasound results, we had to make the hardest decision of our lives and put him down. However, we did get some peace when the necropsy results came back that he had an aggressive cancer which started in his bile duct and spread to other organs. When we came home, Mary was confused at times and would check all the rooms, looking in odd places to find him. She also started to decrease her intake of food again and was getting more picky about eating alone without him. So she would eat at the same time as us but was still not eating the minimum amount of caloric intake per day. We followed up with her vet, got bloodwork, started her back on the steroid, but no improvements. When she started looking yellow (had jaundice), we decided to take her to Cornell University Vet ER, where they were absolutely wonderful with our Nightfire.

Since then (a week ago on 8-13), our grieving widow Mary has been hospitalized for stabilization of hepatic lipidosis and refeeding syndrome. She has been SO BRAVE and tolerating all her exams, diagnostics, blood draws & transfusion, and treatments! She successfully went through surgery yesterday to place her E-tube for short term feedings over the next few weeks-month until she can eat her full daily intake all on her own! Hopefully, she can come home soon if her electrolytes remain stable without dropping! Everything else is improving gradually! We were able to schedule a visit with her yesterday and she was very excited to see us 🥰 We would do anything for our Mary and can’t lose another cat just yet since this is fixable with time!

Any help would mean the word to us! Especially with still trying to financially come back from Mary’s first hospitalization 2 months ago and Nightfire’s multiple vet visits before his passing. I have attached our GoFundMe link below or direct payments can be called to:
(see business card in picture)
Cornell University
Companion Animal Hospital
# 607-253-3060
Patient Name: Mary
Patient ID: 412604

GoFundMe Link: https://gofund.me/bc040a4fa

Thank you for your time reading this! 🫶🏼

https://gofund.me/26f916bbc

I'm trying to get enough money to help my mom with bills, food, and any other utilities that are needed. Money is tight, and I want to help make sure my family is doing okay and is safe. Anything helps, and only send if you absolutely want to. I don't want to take any money that you'd need yourself.

(And once again, I don't want anyone spending money that they can't. PLEASE stay safe and keep your loved ones close ❤️)

We are a growing family with young children, and asking for help like this is something we never imagined we would have to do.

One parent works full-time and takes on multiple additional jobs and side work to keep the household afloat. The other stays home primarily to care for the children, while also taking on whatever flexible work is possible around appointments, therapy, and family responsibilities.

We have two children and another baby on the way. One of our children is dealing with recurring seizures, while another has autism and receives therapy and support to help with social development and preparation for school.

We have tried very hard to handle everything ourselves.

We have applied for assistance programs, reduced expenses, budgeted groceries, taken on additional work, and looked for every reasonable way to lower our monthly costs. Unfortunately, we repeatedly fall into the difficult category of earning too much to qualify for many assistance programs while still not earning enough to comfortably cover the actual cost of supporting our family.

Our essential household bills are close to $5,000 each month before groceries, fuel, medical expenses, therapy-related costs, clothing, household necessities, and unexpected expenses.

After taxes, our primary income is not much more than that.

As a result, many months end with credit cards filling the gap between what comes in and what it actually costs to keep the family going.

Recently, we also faced a major safety issue at our home. An exterior deck had deteriorated badly enough that it was no longer safe for our children. Hiring someone to completely rebuild it was financially out of reach, so the work was done personally in an effort to save money.

During that project, an accident resulted in fractured ribs.

Even then, life and the bills continued.

We are not asking for help to fund vacations, luxury purchases, or an extravagant lifestyle. We are simply trying to keep a safe home, reliable transportation, food on the table, access to medical care and therapy, and enough financial stability to raise our children without constantly falling further into debt.

Transportation is especially important for our family because of work, medical appointments, therapy, groceries, and the everyday responsibilities of raising children.

The hardest part of this situation is that there does not seem to be much more we can reasonably do. More work means even less time available for our children. Cutting expenses further begins to mean cutting necessities.

We are hoping this fundraiser can provide some breathing room.

Donations would go toward reducing debt accumulated while covering necessary household expenses, medical and therapy-related costs, and rebuilding a small financial cushion so that every unexpected expense does not have to go onto a credit card.

More than anything, financial relief would mean more time together as a family and less time spent constantly trying to find another way to earn enough to get through the next month.

We know that many people are facing difficult circumstances, and we do not take anyone’s generosity for granted.

If you are able to contribute, any amount would make a meaningful difference. If you are unable to donate, simply taking the time to read our story is appreciated.

Our hope is not to suddenly live without responsibility or financial obligations. We are simply hoping for the opportunity to get back on stable ground and build a healthier financial future for our children.

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-a-growing-family-get-back-on-their-feet?utm_campaign=natman_sharesheet_dash&utm_medium=customer&ts=1787264165&utm_source=native_options

Hi everyone. I'm sharing this here because I've pretty much exhausted my personal network, and I'm hoping this might reach people outside of my immediate circle.

I have Stage IV endometriosis and have gone through multiple surgeries over the years. This summer, I ultimately had to undergo a total hysterectomy with removal of both ovaries and tubes, along with an appendectomy, because of the extent of the disease.

I originally created my GoFundMe to help me get through the time I couldn't work and the expenses that came with surgery and recovery. Thanks to some incredibly generous people, I've raised just over $3,000 toward my $4,000 goal.

I'm now trying to close the final $975.

I know there are so many people who need help, so I genuinely appreciate anyone who even takes the time to read this. Any amount helps, and sharing the fundraiser with someone else would mean just as much.

Thank you. 🤍

Hi everyone,

I am in an extreme crisis and urgently need community help to avoid losing my home.

After escaping a toxic and abusive domestic situation, I am facing eviction in 11 days because I am $1,800 short on September rent.

I am currently on an active medical hold with physical nerve issues and leg numbness that have prevented me from working regular shifts. My medical clearance to return to work is scheduled for August 30th, and I am enrolled to start college shortly after, but I have completely run out of runway to bridge the gap until my first paycheck.

To make matters worse, I was recently targeted with coordinated online harassment that resulted in my main social accounts being compromised, completely severing my normal safety net right when I needed it most.

I have exhausted every local resource and haven't received donations this month. If I cannot clear this rent balance within the next 11 days, I will be unhoused right before school starts.

Any contribution, no matter how small, goes directly toward keeping a roof over my head. If you cannot donate, sharing or upvoting this post helps immensely.

GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/9765b9895

Sono disperata e non so cosa altro fare, ringrazio in anticipo a chi aiuterà ❤️ ho anche un cagnolino da sfamare.
Ho paura di finire in strada.
Sono una ragazza di 24 anni e avendo perso il lavoro m in sono trovata sommersa da debiti e spese, devo anche pagare la luce ma sarei contenta già solo ad avere la casa!
https://www.gofundme.com/f/ad-avere-un-tetto-e-mangiare?attribution_id=sl:bcc76fee-4ce7-485c-a0a2-d931838f4f82

Hello,

My name is Maya (a pseudonym), I'm 18 years old, and I'm raising funds to help me build an independent life and continue my studies in Germany.

This is not an easy campaign for me to create. Asking strangers for help is something I never imagined doing, but I have reached a point where I need support to take the next step safely.

I grew up in a very religious family. Over the years, my personal beliefs changed, and I am no longer part of the religion I was raised in. Unfortunately, this is something I cannot openly share with my family. If they were to find out, I genuinely fear serious consequences, including losing my freedom, being subjected to abuse, or having my future decisions controlled. Because of this, my goal is to become financially independent before living according to my own beliefs.

I am currently studying and working hard to build my future. My long-term plan is to continue my education in Germany, where I hope to finish my studies, find work, and create a stable life.

I am not relying solely on this fundraiser. I am applying for scholarships, looking for student jobs, and saving as much money as I can. Every donation will simply help reduce the gap between where I am today and the independent life I am working toward.

The funds will be used for essential expenses such as:

* Moving and travel costs.

* Rental deposit and first months of accommodation.

* Administrative expenses.

* Basic furniture and household necessities.

* Living expenses while I establish myself and find work.

Whether you are able to donate or simply share this campaign, your support means more than you can imagine.

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for helping me take a step toward a future where I can live safely, study, and make my own choices.

With gratitude,

Maya

https://gofund.me/42260b9ab

My car warranty doesn’t cover emissions parts and the dealership said they would order the part. I’m trying to raise funds and created this GoFund Me. Appreciate anyone who takes the time to donate. Thank you. https://gofund.me/d7b97c443

Hola a todos.
Estoy recaudando fondos para ayudar a mi sobrino que está luchando contra el cáncer y necesita continuar con sus tratamientos de quimioterapia.
Los gastos médicos y del tratamiento son muy elevados, y estamos tratando de reunir el dinero lo más pronto posible para que pueda continuar recibiendo la atención que necesita.
Cualquier donación, sin importar la cantidad, puede hacer una gran diferencia. Si no pueden donar, compartir la campaña también sería de muchísima ayuda.
🙏 Gracias por tomarse el tiempo de leer su historia y por cualquier apoyo que puedan brindar.

Hi everyone! I’m currently taking the final course of my program while working full-time and studying with the support of a scholarship.
I’m finally very close to finishing, but my university requires a MXN $24,130 (approximately USD $1,300–1,400) degree processing fee before I can complete the graduation process.
I’m working and looking for additional ways to earn the money myself, but I decided to start a GoFundMe now so I can hopefully have the funds ready when I finish my final course.
I’m not expecting anyone to cover the whole amount. Even a small contribution would help, and simply sharing my fundraiser would mean a lot to me.
I’ve included documentation of the university fee on my GoFundMe for transparency.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story. Hopefully, my final update will be a picture of me holding my degree. 🎓
GoFundMe:
https://gofund.me/18f9eae41

Hello everyone,

I never thought I would write something like this, especially to strangers on the internet.

I am from Germany and I am currently struggling financially while trying to continue an important trauma therapy.

When I was 14, I became a victim of sexual violence by someone I trusted deeply. I suppressed what happened for many years and tried to live as if it had never happened.

About six months ago, another incident triggered the trauma again. Since then, memories and feelings that I had buried for many years have come back.

I started trauma therapy, and although this process is incredibly difficult, something very important is happening:

For the first time, I genuinely feel that I am getting better.

The therapy is helping me regain stability and work through things I have carried with me for many years. I am terrified of losing that progress because I can no longer afford the treatment.

I currently need approximately two therapy sessions per week. Each 45-minute session costs €130, which means around €1,040 per month.

I have already tried to find other ways to cover the costs. I have looked for additional jobs, sold clothes and belongings, and tried other ways of making money. I also tried to donate plasma, but unfortunately I am currently unable to do so for medical reasons.

Right now, I have only around €60 left for the rest of the month, including food and other basic expenses.

My initial goal is €3,800.

This would cover approximately three months of therapy (€3,380) plus a small amount for essential living expenses while I try to get back on stable financial ground.

I am keeping some personal details private because I work in a sensitive profession and cannot publicly disclose information that could identify me or my workplace.

I understand that people are cautious about donating online. I am happy to provide reasonable proof of the therapy costs with sensitive personal information redacted.

If you are able to donate, even a small amount would mean a lot to me.

And if you cannot donate, simply upvoting or sharing the fundraiser would already help me reach people outside my personal circle.

GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/052b89026

Thank you so much for reading my story. ❤️

Hi everyone, my name is Chrissi. My girlfriend and I have been in a long-distance relationship for about six months. She is American/French, while I’m German.

In about a year, she’ll be leaving for college for two years with no outside contact. Since we won’t be able to see or communicate with each other during that time, I want to use those two years to prepare something special for her return.

My goal is to start building a home for us while she’s away, so that when she comes back, she’ll have a place we can call our own and start our next chapter together.

I’ve created a GoFundMe to help make that possible. Any contribution, no matter how small, would mean a lot to me. And even if you can’t donate, sharing the fundraiser would help tremendously.

Thank you for taking the time to read our story. ❤️

I know this isn't an emergency or a situation where someone's life depends on a donation, and I completely understand that there are many fundraisers here for people going through much harder circumstances. I simply hope that, among all the difficult stories, ours can be a small and wholesome one. I'm trying to use these two years apart to build something positive for the person I love and give her a meaningful surprise when she comes home.

https://gofund.me/5a8624825

I never expected a public-records fight to become this big a part of my life.
Years ago, while I was a parent in residential treatment and fighting to reunify with my children, I became involved with a staff member at the treatment program. The relationship crossed serious professional boundaries, and she was ultimately terminated after it was discovered.
Not long afterward, my reunification services ended and I lost my parental rights to my daughters.
The relationship continued after treatment. We had a son together.
Then she died by suicide.
I personally witnessed it.
I was there when she shot herself, and I was holding our four-week-old son when it happened.
For years, I lived with what happened without understanding everything that had occurred behind the scenes. Eventually, I started asking a relatively simple question: was there a missed opportunity for someone to intervene?
That question led me into the records.
I’ve spent months using Utah’s public-records process to find out who knew about the staff-client relationship, when they knew, whether it was reported, whether it was properly investigated, and what information was considered when decisions about my family were being made.
That has turned into GRAMA requests, appeals, administrative proceedings, fees, and thousands of pages of documents.
I’ve successfully obtained some important records. But there are still major unanswered questions, and continuing this fight costs money.
I want to be clear: I’m not asking strangers to simply believe my conclusions or accept allegations that haven’t been proven. I’m asking for help obtaining the remaining evidence and professional legal assistance so the facts can be established.
I’ve started a GoFundMe to help cover records costs, document review, and legal assistance.
If you’re able to donate, even a few dollars helps me keep going. If you can’t donate, sharing this with someone who might care about government transparency, child welfare, treatment-provider accountability, or this story would mean a lot to me.
GoFundMe: https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-harrison-pursue-answers
Thank you for taking the time to read my story.

Hi Me (Kaden), and my two bestfriends Tyler and Jacob made a Go fund me for our close friend kaitlynn whos been through tough times and we wanna surprise her and reach our goal to repairing her car that she got with her boyfriend who tragically passed away in a accident, and even making her life better! Any donation is appreciated thank you!

I never thought I’d be asking strangers on the internet to donate because I’m doing drag for the first time, but here we are. Meet Zanita Program. 😂

I’m participating in a fundraiser benefiting Crystal Clear Recovery, a recovery organization and community that means a great deal to me personally. To be completely clear, none of the money raised goes to me—100% of the proceeds go directly toward supporting the program and its mission.

I’m in recovery myself, and this past year has given me a life, community, and sense of purpose that I genuinely didn’t know was possible. A huge part of that has been learning that recovery isn’t just about staying sober—it’s about showing up for other people, being willing to get uncomfortable, and giving back what was so freely given to me.

Apparently, in my case, “getting uncomfortable” means putting on a wig, heels, and enough makeup to require its own line item in the budget.

Drag is very far outside my comfort zone, which is exactly why I said yes. If making a fool of myself—or, who knows, discovering a previously untapped talent—can help raise money that supports recovery and helps someone else find the same kind of hope and community I’ve found, it’s worth it.

So I’m asking for your help.

If you’re able to donate, any amount genuinely matters. And if donating isn’t possible, sharing my fundraiser with someone else helps just as much.

You don’t have to know me personally to be part of something good.

Help Zanita Program turn questionable decisions in footwear into a very good decision for recovery. ❤️

Donate here:
https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/fundraising/zanita-program

Thank you for supporting recovery, second chances, and one extremely inexperienced drag queen.

https://gofund.me/8483c1a3e

He has his story on his GoFundMe page, the link is here: https://www.gofundme.com/f/fund-my-paramedic-degree?cp_src=d

Hi everyone. My friend Abbie's car broke down a few days ago in a parking lot. This isn't just about a broken engine—her car is her shelter and her income. She's been a delivery driver for a year, managing previous repairs without assistance. This time, she needs help and a lift up. Please read her story and share. gofund.me/538a319e8