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Veteran in need: Owen's next mission is stability

Owen served four years in the marines; $3,250 would cover a deposit on a one-bedroom apartment.

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Owen K. Moreno
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Los Angeles
I served four years in the marines and was discharged in 2021 with a traumatic brain injury. I have been waiting fourteen months for support, and meanwhile I'm sleeping at my brother's place. I have a plan: a deposit on a one-bedroom apartment. The quote I have comes to $3,250. 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. Money will be paid to the training provider and the landlord directly. Where the $3,250 goes: • Training provider fees: $2,450 • Transport to appointments: $360 • Essential household items: $440 Glad we found this place.

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  • Marites C. Castillo 🇵🇭 · $30
  • Grace Juliet Coker 🇳🇬 · $10
  • Anil K. Goyal 🇮🇳 · $50

    “Thought of Owen all day after reading this. - Pune”

  • Kingsley Garba Okafor 🇳🇬 · $100

    “Happy to help. Only $100 but hope it helps. - Gwagwalada”

  • Dua Javeria Orakzai 🇵🇰 · $10
  • Amit W. Mishra 🇮🇳 · $20

    “Keep your head up. Hope the December deadline works out. - Gaya”

  • Anonymous 🇳🇬 · $25
  • Anonymous 🇬🇭 · $50

    “Only $50 but hope it helps. - Tamale”

  • Anonymous 🇳🇬 · $10

    “Hang in there. Hope you get the rest soon. - Benin City”

  • Kanya Hathai Boonmee 🇹🇭 · $10

    “Happy to help. Thought of Owen all day after reading this. - Bangkok”

  • Lucy Hawkins 🇬🇧 · $25
  • Angela E. Murphy 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Irene R. Gutiérrez 🇺🇸 · $25
  • Juma Kioko 🇰🇪 · $75

    “Thinking of you. Thought of Owen all day after reading this.”

  • Ani Rahayu Tanoto 🇮🇩 · $10
  • Brian Yang 🇨🇦 · $15
  • Fatma Melek Erdoğan 🇹🇷 · $20

    “Praying for you. Only $20 but hope it helps. - Bornova”

  • Imran Rakib Ghosh 🇧🇩 · $31.50
  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $20
  • Owen K. McDaniel 🇬🇧 · $40

    “Hope things get better. I'm in Glasgow, thinking of you. - Glasgow”

Reviews

2.7(6 reviews)

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  • Budi Wawan Sutanto🇮🇩Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Bhavna M. Chheda🇮🇳Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

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

  • Nina Iryna Boyko🇺🇦Verified donor
    Amazing support system

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Manit Udom Chanthara🇹🇭Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

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

  • Henry Francis Bonsu🇬🇭Verified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Arvid Jönsson🇸🇪Verified donor
    Exactly what I needed

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Good luck, Owen. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.

    • Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 27 people at work. Take care

      • Wishing you peace, Owen. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My husband and I read this together. Blessings.

        • is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Owen

          • Rooting for you, Owen. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Pune.

            • Gave what I could, wish it was more. Love from Radom.

              • hope things get better soon. This could happen to any of us!

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