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A service dog for Iván, an air force veteran in Fresno

After ten years of service, Iván is raising funds for a deposit on a one-bedroom apartment.

🇺🇸 Fresno, California, United States5,016 views
Iván K. Benítez
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Fresno
Graciela served ten years in the air force and was discharged in 2023 with a back injury. She has been waiting fourteen months for support, and meanwhile is sleeping at a brother's place. The plan: a deposit on a one-bedroom apartment. The quote comes to $3,550. Graciela is receiving counseling through the veterans' clinic and is committed to recovery. Structure and a stable place to live are the missing pieces. Money will be paid to the training provider and the landlord directly. Where the $3,550 goes: • Essential household items: $580 • Transport to appointments: $370 • Training provider fees: $2,600 If you're reading this, thank you. - Iván
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    “Wish I could do more. Only $200 but hope it helps. - Mumbai”

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    “Thinking of you. Saw your post and had to give. - Nha Trang”

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    “God bless. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Derry”

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  • Matthew L. PadillaPhoto verified

    Sending love, Iván. Hope you get there. Blessings.

    • Liza N. Agustin

      Rooting for you, Iván. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Take care.

      • Swati T. SethiPhoto verified

        Sending love, Iván. Hope this works out for you. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.

        • Aarti W. Jadeja

          Best of luck, Iván. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 10 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care

          • Khoa Tài Trinh

            Praying for you, Iván. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Hồ Chí Minh City.

            • Cherry K. Soriano

              I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Wish I lived closer to London so I could bring a meal. All the best.

              • Mia L. Silva

                Keep going, Iván. Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up. Greetings from Toronto.

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