Unsubsidized Financial Assistance in Chicago

Hello. My name is Veronika Teymurova. I am 33 years old and currently facing challenging life circumstances. Six years ago, I was diagnosed with systemic lupus erythematosus. My condition is complex and perplexing to doctors, resulting in additional diagnoses. I’ve experienced significant hair and nail loss and spend a lot of time hospitalized at the regional medical center. I only return home for a few weeks before being admitted again due to severe health complications. I am on disability with a pension of $700 a month, most of which goes toward my medications. Additionally, I have to pay for COVID tests to get treatment more quickly.

Unfortunately, I am unable to work due to my frequent hospital stays and the nature of my diagnosis. My husband, who is 38, has been living with epilepsy for 18 years and is on a permanent disability pension of $900 a month. We have two children, a 17-year-old son and a 13-year-old daughter. Due to our financial struggles, we have accumulated debt on utility bills and school fees, and we often have to borrow money for basic necessities. Our parents are unable to assist us.

This is the first time I am reaching out for help, as I have always managed on my own, but now I find myself without options. Any assistance, no matter how small, would be greatly appreciated. I just want to live, be happy, and ensure my children are well-fed and clothed. Please, if you can, help us during this difficult time. I pray for better health and brighter days ahead.

I’ve found myself lost in today’s fast-paced world. I’m falling behind and feeling confused. When I look in the mirror, I hardly recognize myself. I don’t know how to dress, and I’m not ready to face the world. I realize I need professional help.

I need to start over and find a job. Please help me afford a stylist so I can rebuild my life with confidence.

Helping out relatives led us into loans and payday lenders, and our life took a turn for the worse. I’m on maternity leave with two children, and my husband is a cadet. We’re barely scraping by for food. We have significant debts for utilities, but that’s minor compared to our payday loan debts. Before, we could manage to extend the loans, but now we can’t even do that, and debt collectors have started calling. We’ve filed reports with the authorities, but they haven’t done anything. Bankruptcy isn’t an option as our debts are less than $10,000. All our relatives and friends have turned their backs on us. I’m scared for my children and hope nothing happens. Please, if anyone can help, even $10 would be appreciated.

Good afternoon. I’m currently going through a very difficult time in my life. I borrowed money from friends for a business venture, and unfortunately, like many people, it didn’t work out. Now, they are upset with me because I cannot repay the loans, and they all need their money back urgently. I feel like I’ve let everyone down. Please help me pay off my debts… Thank you.

Hello, I’m seeking assistance to enroll my niece in a quality English tutoring program. Our family budget doesn’t allow us to cover the cost of these classes, as they are planned for a few months ahead, and we want her to be well-prepared for enrollment in a preparatory school. The monthly package costs $600 for two sessions a week.

I recently moved to a new country, and like anyone else, it’s challenging to get on my feet quickly. I am working, but my earnings are not enough to cover housing and many other expenses. I really want to get a driver’s license and buy a car so that I can earn more and live a normal life. I haven’t been able to see my family for three years because I can’t afford a flight to visit them!

Hello esteemed billionaires,

I hope this message finds you well. I am reaching out to ask for your assistance. I am a single woman without a family, children, or a partner. Despite being hardworking, I am in need of help to buy a home and start my own business. Unfortunately, I am unable to apply for bank loans due to outstanding debts from a period of unemployment. Although I am currently employed, my income is not sufficient to cover these needs. Any assistance you could provide would be greatly appreciated.

Hello, I am seeking financial assistance to pay off my debts. Due to health reasons, I am unable to manage the loan on my own. I lost my job, and although my husband is working, his salary is only sufficient for groceries and utility bills. I would be incredibly grateful for any help. The debt is with JPMorgan Chase, and I’m receiving calls from collectors. I am very worried about my children. Thank you.

Hello, I am reaching out for help from anyone who can assist in this situation. My mom had two loans, which she paid from her pension. However, she fell seriously ill with cancer, and her illness required constant care, causing her debts to accumulate. After her passing, the responsibility for these loans fell on us. We are unable to cover the amount, which is overwhelmingly large for us. My father has a heart condition and is disabled, and I am recovering from an ischemic stroke while caring for my child. For years, we have not been living but merely surviving. I am asking for help with a plea from the heart. I am not seeking money for personal enjoyment; I just want to experience the freedom to live a normal life, which has been out of reach for so many years.

I have a disability and, due to health restrictions, I’m unable to work in my field. I would like to take a massage course so I can gain a skill and earn a living.

However, the massage courses require tuition, which I cannot afford. I’m seeking financial assistance to help cover the costs.

My name is Daria. I have two young children. I work freelance, but it’s not enough for a mortgage. I want to start my own business to buy a house. We currently live in a rented one-bedroom apartment that needs repairs. To start a business, I need $350,000, but of course, more would be better. I’m not sure if this is the right path, but as the saying goes, “every avenue is worth exploring.”

I need $38,000 to pay off a heating debt. We are a family of six: my wife and our four children. We have two little ones, aged 3 and 5. We rent an apartment, and I’m the sole breadwinner. It’s challenging to pay for everything on time, including housing and utilities. The debt is only for the heating, but the apartment owner requires all bills to be paid. We might have to look for another place if we can’t settle this. If anyone is able to help, please reach out.

Need $1,000,000 ideally for repairs and preparing an off-road vehicle to travel to the Appalachian Mountains to gather medicinal roots to maintain health, and to collect wild fruits and harvest pine nuts. The aim is to generate income from these activities. There is a likelihood of earning back the money during the season. I’m willing to return the help. Until 2017, this was part of my retirement plans, but a disaster struck — my home and all possessions were lost in a fire. My savings were used to rebuild my life. Purchasing and outfitting a suitable off-road vehicle became impossible. I need funds to buy and prepare an off-road vehicle. Anyone in need of these roots will find them superior to what you can buy in a pharmacy. I also remember my time in service at Fort Bragg back in 1977-1979 and am grateful for any assistance. Thank you all.

Everything was fine. I was planning to get married, and my parents were healthy. Then my mom fell ill, and my fiancé turned out to be a thief. He stole the money my parents had saved for funerals. This happened after we welcomed him into our home and treated him like family. My grandmother passed away in early January. We had to borrow money for her funeral and for my mom’s surgery. On the way to the funeral, I almost got into a car accident due to bad road conditions. The impact was severe. I’ve had to postpone my second job temporarily to recover. It’s been a nightmare! I need $5,000 to get back to a normal life. I have no bad habits or criminal record. This is my situation. Card number: 4817760218136004 Elena T.

Hello, I am reaching out for help. Currently, I am unable to work due to a medical condition affecting my spine and legs, requiring at least six months of treatment. I am struggling to afford basic necessities like food. I have decided to pursue art using woodworking, but I need $10,000 for materials, which I do not have. I am eager to work, but unfortunately, my friends have distanced themselves from me. I also dream of owning a synthesizer, even a used one, which costs around $5,000. If anyone could help with even $50, I would be immensely grateful. Thank you.