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Veteran in need: Shilpa's next mission is stability
Shilpa served fourteen years in the air force; $650 would cover a first month of rent and transport to job interviews.
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I served fourteen years in the air force and was discharged in 2023 with a traumatic brain injury. I have been waiting eleven months for support, and meanwhile I'm sleeping at my brother's place.
I have a plan: a first month of rent and transport to job interviews. The quote I have comes to $650.
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 $650 goes:
• Training provider fees: $270
• Housing deposit and first month: $175
• Transport to appointments: $70
• Essential household items: $135
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- Shilpa
Updates from Shilpa
Wanted to say thank you properly. 51% funded and I met with the provider and confirmed the amounts.
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Best of luck, Shilpa. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. God bless.
You're not alone, Shilpa. Shared it with a few friends. Sent it to 17 people at work
Sending love, Shilpa. Shared it with a few friends. Put this on a community board in Newcastle this morning.
so sorry you're going through this, Shilpa. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Love from Columbus