Dear Friends, 

I write to you today with a heavy heart yet hopeful spirit, seeking your generous support for someone incredibly dear to me—Doris.

Doris embodies resilience and strength, qualities that have inspired everyone fortunate enough to know her. Recently, she has faced an overwhelming series of challenges that threaten to strip away everything she has worked hard for and holds dear. First, the loss of her job due to company layoffs, and then the devastating blow of a stroke that hospitalized her, leaving behind an extensive medical bill exceeding $150,000. Despite suffering from daily migraines, Doris could not afford health insurance upon losing her job, adding to her financial strain. These burdens, compounded by her daughter's college expenses, have pushed Doris to the brink of losing her home. 

Beyond the financial strain, Doris is not just a statistic; she is a loving mother who traveled from the United Kingdom with the purpose of providing her daughter with a quality education and embracing the American dream. With no family nearby, Doris has become a cherished friend and a pillar of our community. Her daughter, now a junior in college, shoulders the worry about her mother's health and their uncertain future. Doris battles daily with debilitating complex migraines, compounded by the stress of financial instability—a stress that culminated in the stroke that shook us all. 

Your support today will make an immediate and profound difference in Doris's life. The funds we raise together will intervene directly to prevent the foreclosure of her home and alleviate the crushing weight of medical bills. This assistance will also provide her daughter, upon her return in September 2024, with the peace of mind to focus on her studies without the constant specter of financial worry. 

This fundraising effort transcends mere financial assistance; it is about restoring faith in the kindness of humanity. It reaffirms my deeply held belief that we are all interconnected and that every act of compassion sends ripples of hope through our shared existence. Your support will not only relieve Doris's immediate financial burden but will also resonate as a powerful message of solidarity and empathy. 

Words cannot convey the depth of my gratitude for your help. Your generosity will not only transform Doris's life—it will affirm my purpose in this world. Knowing that together we can alleviate suffering and offer hope fills me with a profound sense of gratitude and purpose. 

Please join me in extending a lifeline to Doris during this critical time. Your contribution, no matter the size, will make an immense difference. Let us unite to ensure that Doris and her daughter can face the future with renewed strength and hope. 

With heartfelt thanks and warm regards. 

Sincerely,

Esther T.