Hi folks,

It's a damn shame to be here, but, here I am.  

Well, I am caught in a precarious spot. Regarding finances; I used up all my savings, reserves, credit, the money I got from two short-term positions, and emptied a retirement account. 
Aside from those temp roles, I've been out of work since late 2023 (left a Big (Red, local) Corp that was doing some objectively shady and harmful shit that was going the way of forcing me out of the position I'd held for 2.5 years). 

I've been putting out applications like a hurricane, and have had quite a few final interviews - but none have resulted in actual offers. 

I'm going to widen the net of jobs I'm open to to try and get something in place, but christ knows how long it will take to land a role in this utterly dogshit job economy, especially amidst increasing diversity hostility. 

I've got typical bills (insurance, credit, mortgage, phone, etc), ongoing needs like gas and groceries, and a cat to take care of (he had a severe health event in the late summer that nearly cost him his life, but thank the gods he appears to be okay now). 

I also have an absurdly long list of healthcare issues needing to be addressed and dealt with, but I am fortunate enough to be on MA for now, so that isn't causing a huge additional drain on my financial state. 

Any money you can spare to help me get by on bills until I can find a job would be extremely helpful and appreciated. Against my general inclinations I started this page because I have exhausted other options, and am down to seeking the generosity of others (at the worst possible time, I know…). 

Thank you in advance, bless your kindness for any assistance or signal boosting you can offer, and I hope you have a safe, happy, and healthy holiday season - including well into the new year.