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Help Brian get back to civilian life: housing deposit and training

After twelve years of service, Brian is raising funds for a vocational welding course and tools.

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Brian Vaughn
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Laredo
I served twelve years in the marines and was discharged in 2023 with a service-related knee injury. I have been waiting eleven months for support, and meanwhile I'm sleeping at my brother's place. I have a plan: a vocational welding course and tools. The quote I have comes to $1,900. I'm receiving counseling through the veterans' clinic and am committed to my recovery. Structure and a stable place to live are the missing pieces. I'd be grateful for any help and will share updates on how I'm doing. I'll post invoices, with personal details hidden. Where the $1,900 goes: • Housing deposit and first month: $1,050 • Transport to appointments: $580 • Essential household items: $270 I hope life is good to you. - Brian

Updates from Brian

  1. Thank you all. We're at 6% now ($115). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward transport to appointments.

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    “Blessings. Hope the October deadline works out. - Makati”

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    Exceptional service

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Really cared about my situation

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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  • so sorry you're going through this, Brian. Looking forward to the next update. I hope October is when things finally get easier.

    • praying for you. It takes guts to ask. Well done. After 16 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Belfast.

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