Gina, 32 years old, CA

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Gina’s life has been shaped by resilience. As a former foster youth and a survivor of domestic violence, she has faced many challenges from a young age. When the violence in her life became too much to endure, Gina made the brave decision to leave her home in order to protect herself and begin again. For a time, she lived in a shelter while searching for stability and safety. Today, Gina is slowly rebuilding her life. She shares her days with her beloved support dog, who has become an important source of comfort and companionship in her healing journey. Gina finds joy in simple moments. One of her favorite things is taking walks with her dog in the sunlight, feeling the warmth on her face, and reminding herself that she is still here, still strong, and still moving forward. What makes Gina special is her quiet determination to keep going and her ability to find small moments of peace and hope after everything she has endured.

After finally finding a place where she felt safe, Gina believed she could begin living in peace. Sadly, that sense of security was shattered when her abuser discovered her address and violently disrupted her home. For Gina, it was a heartbreaking reminder that safety can still be fragile. Now she has been given another chance to move into a new, more secure place. Gina has been working seven days a week and doing everything she can to save money. However, before she can move, she must repay her previous landlord for damages caused by the incident. Because of this unexpected cost, she cannot afford to hire movers. Support for moving costs would help Gina safely relocate to her new home and protect the stability she has worked so hard to rebuild. This small act of support can help her finally settle into a place where she and her support dog can live without fear and continue their healing journey.