My two sons and I recently lost our apartment and everything we owned in a devastating fire. In a matter of hours, our home and all of our belongings were destroyed, leaving us with nothing but the clothes on our backs. As a single mother, it’s heartbreaking to see my boys go through this, and we are now faced with the overwhelming challenge of starting over from scratch.

Right now, our most urgent need is finding temporary housing so we have a safe place to stay. We also need help replacing basic essentials like clothes, shoes, and food—things we lost in the fire that are so important for daily life. Every bit of support will help us take the first steps toward rebuilding and finding stability again.

I don’t have much family to lean on, but I am so grateful for any kindness and support from our community. Any type of help, big or small, will make a difference for me and my boys. Thank you for reading our story and for reaching out to help us during this difficult time.