Story

Greetings!

I am Matti, a 48-year-old man from Pori. I have lived below the poverty line ALL MY LIFE. When I moved from primary to secondary school, I was subjected to very severe bullying at school due to my “poverty”. When comprehensive school was finally over, alcohol entered the picture. It brought me an “escape from reality”. No matter how hard I tried, alcohol always drowned everything out – it took me away from reality and was my “only friend”. My employment relationships were short-lived. In 2018 I ended up in treatment for alcohol withdrawal and as I write this I can say that my alcohol problem has been solved. I have managed to get an education – I have completed two vocational qualifications, but I have just not found a JOB. So, despite my sobriety, I am still living on benefits.

In June, 15.6.2026, I received an email from Ernesto Maurizio Bertarelli, informing me that my email address had been chosen to receive a donation of 4,800,000 euros!!!!
For a moment I thought it was true, until a closer look showed it to be a scam. The disappointment is devastating – how can someone be so cruel – making fun of the poor.

That’s why I’m asking directly, would YOU be willing to help?
Please donate me that 4,800,000 euros!
When I stupidly replied to Ernesto’s message, I promised him to donate some of it to the youth work of the city of Pori to help marginalized children. I would still do that! In other words, I would help children at risk of marginalization/living in poor conditions, offering them the opportunity for a better life.

I would at least be able to enjoy life for a little while without worrying about money.
With respect
Matti Mäki
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