Help Brendon Start Over Somewhere Safe

Help Me Start Over: A Chance at Safety, Stability, and a New Life Fundraising goal: $50,000 My name is Brendon, and I'm asking for help because I've reached a point where I cannot rebuild my life alone. I want to leave Kansas, find somewhere I can feel safe, and have a real chance to get back on my feet. I only current own a box of clothes after losing everything. This is not easy for me to share publicly. Asking strangers for help is something I never imagined I would have to do, but I know I cannot keep trying to figure everything out on my own. Why I Need to Leave I've experienced threats and have been followed, and I no longer feel safe in my current circumstances. I've tried seeking help, but I've struggled to find anyone who can offer the kind of assistance I need to get somewhere safer before something happens. Living with that fear has taken a real toll on my mental health. When you're already struggling emotionally, feeling unsafe while having almost no financial resources can make every day feel like a battle. It's hard to focus on rebuilding your life when you're constantly worried about your circumstances and how you're going to get out of them. I've contacted 211 and explored other options, but I haven't found a realistic way to relocate with the housing and financial support I need. The truth is, I have to leave Kansas even if I cannot raise this money. If I can't secure enough help, I may have to leave without stable housing and face the possibility of homelessness. I don't want that. I want to leave with a plan, somewhere to sleep, and a genuine chance to build a better life. But I cannot keep waiting for things to change when I don't have the resources to make that change happen myself. I'm Ready to Work and Rebuild I've spent approximately ten years working at McDonald's, including five years as a department manager and experience as an assistant general manager. I've also worked in food service and ski operations. I'm not asking someone to support me forever. I want to work, support myself, and become independent again. I have a valid driver's license, work experience, and the willingness to start over. What I'm missing is the financial foundation to get somewhere new, secure housing, and reach employment without a car. What the $50,000 Would Cover My goal is to give myself enough stability to make this move and build a sustainable future. - Relocation and travel — $2,000: Getting to a new destination and moving my belongings. - Housing and utilities — $18,000: Having a stable place to live while I find work and establish income. - Deposits and setting up a home — $3,000: Rental deposits, utilities, and basic furnishings. - A reliable used vehicle — $12,000: Transportation to reach work and access opportunities. - Vehicle insurance, registration, and maintenance — $4,000: The costs of getting a vehicle legally on the road and keeping it running. - Food and everyday necessities — $3,000: Groceries, personal care, and essential living expenses. - Phone and internet — $1,000: Staying connected to employers, housing opportunities, and support. - Mental health care — $3,000: Counseling and other appropriate support as I work toward stability. - Employment expenses — $1,500: Work clothing, training, and job-related necessities. - Emergency reserve — $2,500: A cushion for unexpected essential expenses. Total goal: $50,000. These are estimates, and I will prioritize the most urgent needs first. If I raise less than my goal, every dollar will still help me work toward relocation, housing, and independence. Why I'm Asking You I know $50,000 is a lot to ask. I don't expect everyone to be able to donate, and I understand that people have their own struggles. I'm simply hoping someone will see my situation and decide to give me a chance. Your help could mean the difference between leaving with a safe place to live and leaving with nowhere to go. It could give me time to focus on my mental health, find steady employment, and build a life where I no longer have to depend on the kindness of strangers. I want to get to a point where I can look back on this time in my life and know that it didn't defeat me. I want a home, a job, some peace of mind, and the opportunity to take care of myself again. If you can't donate, sharing my fundraiser could help it reach someone who can. Even a small contribution brings me one step closer to getting out of my current circumstances and starting over. I'm not asking for a perfect life. I'm asking for a chance at a safe one, and the opportunity to work toward a better future. Thank you for reading my story, for considering helping me, and for reminding me that even when life feels impossible, there may still be people willing to help someone find their way forward.