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Veteran in need: Dennis's next mission is stability

Dennis served four years in the marines; $5,500 would cover a vocational welding course and tools.

🇺🇸 California, United States6,357 views
Dennis Russell
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Riverside
I served four years in the marines and was discharged in 2025 with chronic tinnitus. I have been waiting fourteen 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 $5,500. 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 $5,500 goes: • Training provider fees: $2,950 • Housing deposit and first month: $1,800 • Transport to appointments: $210 • Essential household items: $540 With deep gratitude, Dennis
#veterans#service#recovery

Updates from Dennis

  1. 89% there. I met with the provider and confirmed the amounts. Thank you.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 58% funded and the plan for housing deposit and first month is now scheduled.

  3. We're at 34% thanks to 43 of you. the first invoice got paid this week. More news soon.

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  • Henrique Tiago SantanaID verified

    Thinking of you and your family. Your post was clear and honest. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Dresden

    • David B. Jennings

      Good luck. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Amsterdam

      • Weston L. Barrett

        Hope this works out for you. My husband and I read this together. Greetings from Austin!

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