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My name is Ray A. Schneider, and I am seeking support to rebuild my life. After overcoming a past marked by 21 felonies and 15 years of drug addiction, I have been clean and law-abiding for the past 15 years. Despite building a successful staffing firm, my dreams were crushed by a series of personal tragedies, including a severe car accident and a devastating divorce. I am now aiming to raise $10,000 to secure a warm place to stay and get back to work. Your generosity can help me overcome my challenges and create a better future.
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Time of Need / Housing Assistance to get back to work
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Dear Potential Donors,
My name is Ray A. Schneider, and I am reaching out to you in a time of need and hope. Life has thrown numerous challenges my way, but I have persevered and come out stronger with every struggle. I’m writing to you today to share my story and humbly ask for your support.
Fifteen years ago, I made a decision that changed my life. With a past riddled with over 21 felonies and a battle with drug addiction, I was determined to turn things around. Since then, I have been clean and have not had a single traffic ticket. I was born and raised in Washington state, but in my quest for a better life, I moved to Utah seven years ago to work in the oilfields. My family and I faced this journey alone, with no support system, but we managed to build a small staffing firm of 10-20 people. It was my dream coming to life.
However, life took an unexpected turn. A divorce and a serious car accident crushed my dreams and forced us to move to Oklahoma City to seek new opportunities. Despite our best efforts, I found myself alone once again after another round of personal hardships. A year ago, while traveling for work, my wife left, taking everything with her, and my business faced closure.
Determined to reconnect with my roots and find solace with family, I returned to Washington. However, a tragic accident left me with severe injuries, multiple surgeries, and a long road to recovery. Adding to the weight, I have lost most of my family to the COVID-19 pandemic and my friends have moved away. I am now alone, facing an uphill battle.
I am reaching out to you with the goal of raising $10,000 to help me get back on my feet. This support will provide me with a warm place to stay and enable me to recover and return to work. Your generosity will not only offer me a fresh start but also a chance to rebuild my life and continue the journey of self-improvement that I started 15 years ago.
Thank you for taking the time to read my story. Any help you can provide will be deeply appreciated. Please know that your support can make a world of difference in someone’s life who is determined to overcome their past and build a better future.
With heartfelt gratitude,
Ray A. Schneider
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dmark44001 –
Your story has deeply moved us, and I’m pastor David Mark, a dedicated helper of those in need. As part of our church’s outreach program, we visit cyber begging sites to provide financial support to individuals who require assistance. We allocate 20% of our church’s income every month to this cause. If you’re in need of help, please don’t hesitate to contact me with your full name, current home address, cellphone number, and the amount needed via email. [email protected] or text 6073179438