Back on our feet: Gloria and two young children in Birmingham

Last July I went through a long illness, and I'm now raising two young children on my own. I work as a driver, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as an electrician in the evenings, which will triple my income by October, but I need to bridge the gap until then. Some weeks I skip meals so my children can eat. I have never asked anyone for help like this before, and I'm doing it for them. Once I finish my course, I'll pay it forward. Every cent is accounted for. I'll share a simple monthly breakdown. Where the $3,650 goes: • Groceries and school meals: $1,300 • Course fees and exam costs: $520 • Rent top-up: $1,830 If you're reading this, thank you.