About this fundraiser

I never imagined my life would turn out this way, but I believe in being honest about where I’ve been and where I’m trying to go.


 

I was raised in a very difficult home, growing up with an alcoholic parent. Later, I lost my mother, a pain that changed me deeply. In my grief and confusion, I lost my way and strayed from God. Not long after, I suffered another devastating loss when my fiancé passed away. Since then, I have been navigating life feeling alone, overwhelmed, and at times hopeless.


 

I have spent time homeless with my children, doing everything I can to keep them safe while feeling stuck with no clear way out. I have repented for my past mistakes and am trying to rebuild my faith and my life, but it often feels like I’m fighting uphill battles with no support. Some days it feels like the devil has a grip on my situation, keeping us trapped in survival mode.


 

What I am asking for is help to stand back up.


 

I need assistance to get a reliable car that won’t keep breaking down, so I can work and provide stability for my family. I am also seeking help to secure a safe, permanent home where my children can finally lay their heads without fear or uncertainty. Beyond immediate needs, I am working toward a better future by finishing the cybersecurity classes I’ve already started, so I can build a career and become fully self-sufficient.


 

This journey hasn’t been easy, and asking for help is one of the hardest things I’ve ever done. Any support — whether through a donation, prayer, or sharing my story — means more than I can express. Your kindness would help give my children stability, hope, and a real chance at a better life.


 

Thank you for taking the time to read my story and for helping us move forward.

Organized by

Makayla Chastain

Greenville, SC, USA

Organizer