I never thought I'd start a fundraiser, but I'm giving it a shot because this opportunity means everything to me.

 

I'm so sorry for the long description, I just wanted to be as detailed as possible. Thank you if you take the time to read it. If you prefer a quick summary, I've added a TLDR at the bottom. 

 

To give you a little background about me, I'm 26 years old from the Philippines, living in an extended household and my 5 rescued cats. As the breadwinner of my family, I work as an Admin Support/Data Entry Specialist earning $383.71 per month, and I also have a part-time job at a Bubble Tea shop. 

Last month, I received a job offer in the US, with my employer sponsoring my H-2B visa and employment. It's a dream come true and a once in a lifetime chance to grow both professionally and personally while securing a better future for my family. One of my biggest dreams is to buy a home for me and my mom, where we can finally have a place of our own with my 5 cats.

 

However, while my employer is covering my work permit, I still need to cover my first month's living expenses before I receive my first paycheck. I can't just turn down this opportunity because working abroad has always been my dream. They aim to deploy us before May, so I am doing everything I can to prepare financially before then. I'lI be working in the hospitality industry, by the way.

According to my employer, Transportation to work would be $350/month, Shared housing for 2 people is $1,710/month. So my share would be $855/month.

I also need $210 for an urgent wisdom tooth extraction to obtain my dental clearance. I already had some of my molars fixed which used up my savings. Aside from that, I also need to buy some essential items for my move, such as luggage, coats, and other cold-weather gear, since my work assignment is in a state with a cold climate.

 

So I'm in need of at least $1,415 to ensure a smooth transition before my first paycheck, which is a very huge amount in our currency. I also understand this is a lot to ask from strangers, and I'm not expecting to raise the full amount. Any help, no matter how small, would mean so much to me.

I promise to pay it forward just as I always try to do, whether it's feeding stray animals, supporting animal rescuers, or simply spreading kindness like buying bread for the homeless whenever I have extra. 

To earn the amount I need, if you're interested, I'm also willing to do simple online work or one-time projects in exchange for any amount. I can do data entry, typing documents, editing photos/videos, simple graphic designs and social media posts for your page or business. My social links are here.
I have tried looking for an online part time job, but the competition in remote jobs nowadays is extremely high. 

Any help, big or small, would mean the world to me. 

 

Thank you so much for reading, and I truly appreciate any support you can give. ☺️