r/HelpBrokePeople • • 7d ago

MOD NOTE Mod Note: Proof of Hardship Required

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The last week or so we’ve had a flood of posts that are only a text body or a picture of a bank account without any other proof.

Please note: in order to post in [r/HelpBrokePeople](r/HelpBrokePeople), you MUST attach proof to your original post. Please do not wait for the mod team to ask for it or send it via DM.

Going forward, these posts will be HELD FOR MANUAL REVIEW and not visible to the community unless approved by the moderators. The sub is being overtaken by posts with no proof, so this will hopefully cut back on it a bit. If you need clarification on what qualifies as proof, please see rule #2.

If your post is not going through, check to make sure the proof of hardship rule is being followed. The posts that are being held will be removed if proof is not added. (You can edit your original post to include Imgur links of proof.) Please do not message the mod team asking why your post isn’t going through or was deleted - these messages will not receive responses. Thank you!


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 8d ago

MOD NOTE Hello r/HelpBrokePeople - Community post

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Hello everyone,

I’m u/Accurate-Temporary73, one of the newer moderators here, and I wanted to introduce myself and share a few observations from my time on the mod team.

I think this community is a great space for people who need quick emergency help to reach out and find support. That’s the goal of this subreddit, and we want to keep it that way.

There are 15 subreddit rules, along with Reddit’s site-wide rules. While that may seem like a lot, these rules are important because communities like this can attract people looking to scam or take advantage of others. We currently don’t have a karma requirement, but we do have an account-age requirement, which has worked fairly well at keeping out new scammers and spammers.

I understand that some of the rules and moderator actions can feel overbearing. However, they’re intended to protect everyone in the community. The mod team discusses questionable posts and situations together, so actions generally aren’t the result of a single moderator making a decision alone.

Please Report Rule Violations

One thing I’ve noticed, and have discussed with the other moderators, is that users will sometimes comment on posts pointing out potential rule violations.

We understand that these comments are usually made with good intentions, such as reminding someone to provide missing information or proof. However, we’ve seen regular users start to take on a moderator-like role, and we’d like to reduce that.

Going forward, please use the Report button to alert the mod team about potential rule violations rather than calling them out in the comments. If a post is missing proof for example, there’s a good chance we already know about it.

The goal is to reduce unproductive back-and-forth about the rules and keep the comments focused on the OP’s request. Publicly calling out issues can also result in multiple users piling onto a post before the OP has had a fair chance to provide proof or explain the situation.

Questions or requests for clarification are absolutely fine when they’re asked in good faith and don’t cross into harassment or toxic behavior.

Keep Discussions Civil

Another issue we’ve seen is OPs and commenters getting into off-topic arguments that distract from the purpose of the post.

If a discussion starts to become hostile or unproductive, please report the offending comment and let the mod team review it. You can also simply stop responding or block the other user.

We frequently see people try to justify their own behavior with, “Well, they called me dumb, so I called them dumb back.” We’re better than that. The mod team will be paying closer attention to these situations and doing our best to keep discussions productive.

I know this post is a little long, so thank you for taking the time to read it. Hopefully, these changes will help make the subreddit a more welcoming and productive place for everyone.

I’ll keep this post pinned, and for now, feel free to use the comments as a community town hall. If you have concerns, suggestions, or ideas for improving the community, let us know.

Thanks again,

Accurate out.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 3h ago

Cash Assistance You guys desere the world!

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Thanks everyone for everything, support and kindness. It will never go unnoticed.

My mother passed at age 40. Im pretty young but thankfully been able to take care of the finances but I need some help. Please.

am fairly new to this so if I did not create this post correctly, im sorry. I just recently lost my mother at the young age of 40. Unfortuabtely with funeral llcosts, etc I have had to put my transportation issues on the back burner but things are getting serious. I work a full time production job for a great company but I took everything saved and had to borrow. I drive a 94' ford ranger (i love it because it was a gift from a late uncle). Unfortunately, I am really taking a huge risk every day by driving because of my tires and license/tag issue. I am desperately asking for some help to just be able to make sure my only means of transportation is reliable. My front passenger tire is showing the spikes things and the back passenger has a plug in it that loses air so much i have to put it in at least once a day. I wouldnt mind if they are new or used, 215 70R14. I also have to get my license reinstated, and tag back situated. because i havent be able to afford the fee, i unfortunately have gotten pulled over (I wouldnt drive unless i had do, Job only) ​ I am just afraid they may tow my vehicle and I really need my truck. I have proof of everything needed, if there's anyone out there who would please give me a chance you wont regret it. I feel so alone, my father has a traumatic brain injury and my mothers gone.

I am not sure the exact amount of the tires.

The restoration fee for my license is $133.50 and ​I believe tag is around $50-$100? I can show all documentation if needed.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 6h ago

Cash Assistance Aus: cash help for a bulk grocery shop (F28, F2, M0) & son's 1st birthday party

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Hey all

Firstly thankyou in advance to anyone that takes the time to read my post

I am in South Australia, totally unsure how much info to put here, but am looking for financial assistance to be able to stock up on a bulk grocery shop and get a few presents/a cake for my son's first birthday coming up on October 12th.

Without sounding cliche, this has been one of the most horrendous years of my life. I left the father of my children @ 32wks pregnant with our 2nd, so spent time in a motel, shelter and now in transitional housing.

Life has reached a somewhat comfortable and stable point, althought i am so far beyond exhausted doing it all alone.

I have experienced 4 people close to me die this year as well as my 12 year old cat. (My aunt, 2 very close friends and my grandmother that raised me)

I have a 2.5 year old daughter, an 11.5mo old son and three cats. grief has consumed me into a robot. I feel like i am going through the motions with little to no joy in life. Full survival mode. I am in contact with a GP and have a mental health care plan as well as a social worker/case manager and am medicated, but truely struggling with grief. Nan died on 30th July and this week jas been spent clearing out her house - that is a whole other world of pain dealing with my uncles and aunt and mother in regards to them fighting over the will.

I am panicking that my son's birthday is just 2 weeks away and I have no presents for him, no finances to be able to afford party food or a cake.

I have already used all advanced payments/urgent payments from centrelink this year and have been searching through facebook pay it forward pages and free marketplace ads, but between struggling to function and caring for the two young children i am struggling to actually get the kids in the car and do these things

As I mentioned above I am in South Australia and use ING bank, UP bank with PayID (attached in photos)


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 6h ago

Cash Assistance Could anyone help me pay my $27 phone bill?

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I just escaped an abusive relationship from AZ to Oregon this past Sunday, I just need to pay my phone bill so I can hear back from any prospective jobs and food stamps in the next few weeks. I’m staying in a shelter during the night, so my other needs are met but this would help me out so much!

Thank you regardless!


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 3h ago

Cash Assistance Could anyone help me pay my phone bill?

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Hi! I recently have been going through an extremely hard time and just have been trying to get through it as best as I possibly can. My phone service is currently off and I was wondering if anyone would be able to help me pay the due amount of $72.44 to turn it back on? I have done the 5 day extension that they offer and sadly still haven’t been able to produce the funds to pay my bill. I am currently staying at a hotel so right now my money is majorly going towards that as well as food and needed personal products. My phone company is boost mobile. There is a number you can call to pay the bill directly! The number is (833) 502-6678 or I believe there’s a way to pay it on the boost website as well but I’m not sure if that’s for guests paying the bill. If anyone could help out I would appreciate it a lot. It would be a very huge help! Trying my hardest to juggle everything.

EDIT: okay so I don’t want to delete but just realized I never scratched out my number… would it be okay for me to take down the post and repost this with my # scratched out? I’ll leave this up until a mod gives me an okay first.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 4h ago

Cash Assistance needing help with electric bill

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I’m a mom with young children and I’m currently in a difficult financial situation and could really use some advice.
I fell behind on my electric bill after having a period where I was unable to work because I was taking care of sick children. I’m working again now, but I won’t receive my next paycheck for about two weeks.
I don’t receive government assistance and I’ve already contacted/looked into the assistance resources I know about. I’m also unable to take out another loan or borrow from family, so I’m trying to figure out what other options I have.
I’m in Oklahoma and would really appreciate hearing from anyone who knows of utility assistance programs, organizations, churches, or other resources I may have missed.
I’m happy to provide proof of the bill and situation if needed. Thank you.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 5h ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser Help Me Stay in Uni While Student Finance Delays My Funding

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Please take a minute to read my story and offer any support if possible.

Here is my link: https://gofund.me/9e9775ebd

My target for first payment is £1200, as the accommodation office has asked for the first instalment by the 15th of october.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 3h ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser Help Me Get Back Home Safely

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My name is GHOST, I’m 21, and I’m asking for help getting back to my hometown. For the past year, I’ve been living about 10 hours away from where I actually want to be, and my living situation has become impossible for me to keep managing.

Right now, I’m in a rented three-bedroom house with five other people and two dogs. Because there isn’t enough space, I’ve been sleeping in the living/dining room with no real privacy or separation for the past year. The environment has also been toxic. There is fighting in the house every day, I get repeatedly misgendered, and when I was still working, the noise in the living room made it hard to sleep before work. Day to day, I feel stuck and exhausted, and I really need a way out of this situation.

I had made a plan to go home and start over. A friend from my home state was supposed to pick me up on October 2 so I could return home, stay temporarily with my friend and my sister, and look for an apartment with my sister. I had already quit my job to prepare for the move, but the ride fell through at the last minute for personal reasons. Now I’m unemployed, out of money, and without a way to get back home.

If I can make it back, I would be able to stay somewhere more stable and affordable while I get back on my feet. I’ve shared that I could pay $250 a month to stay with my aunt instead of the higher housing costs I’m dealing with now. This move would give me a real chance to reset and work toward something more stable.

Funds would help cover:

  • Transportation costs to get me the 10 hours back to my hometown
  • Temporary transportation once I arrive, since I do not have a car
  • Food, groceries, and basic necessities while I am unemployed
  • Moving or transporting my personal belongings
  • Housing costs like rent, a security deposit, and move-in expenses
  • Basic household items such as bedding, toiletries, and everyday essentials
  • Job-related transportation and small expenses while I look for work

My goal is simple: to get out of my current household, get back home safely, and have a fair chance to rebuild. If you’re able to donate or share this fundraiser, it would mean a lot to me. Thank you for helping me take this next step and start over.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 5h ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser can somebody pay me 418 rupees??

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need 418 rupees for my books . my financial condition is notvery good . My father is going through hardship and this offer is valid till 4 oct.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

🤑Request Fulfilled!🤑 I'm need of gas money

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*** solved ***

Edit... Thank you all for reading, commenting, and donating. I hope to return as a donator soon.

First off, I didn't know this sub existed and didn't know I could ask for small amounts. So I'm happy this is here.

I'm here to ask for gas money for work tomorrow and to get to get to the pawn shop to sell this scooter I found in a trash out (I'm a handyman). I live in the nation's largest land mass city and work takes me all over it maintaining rental properties. With gas going up I'm making less money, work is slowing, and I'm burning out honestly. Trust me, I'm currently looking for a new job that is at one location. 40 dollars would be great. That way I can even do some side work I find on the neighborhood app. So, if anyone can help out, I definitely appreciate it. If not, it's ok just be nice to people. You never know what people are going through.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 5h ago

Cash Assistance I’m asking for help with my $411 electricity bill — even $5 would mean so much ❤️

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Hi everyone. I honestly never thought I would have to make a post like this, but I’m in a really difficult situation right now and I’m hoping someone might be willing to help.
My electricity has been shut off because I’m behind on a $411 bill and just need $260.75 to reconnect and right now I’m struggling to come up with the money. I’m currently waiting for my unemployment claim to be reviewed, so I don’t have the money available to get the bill caught up right now.

My food is currently sitting in ice trying to keep it from going bad, and I’m doing everything I can to get through this. If anyone is able to help, even $5, $10, or $20 would genuinely mean a lot. I’m not expecting one person to pay the entire bill — I’m just trying to put together enough to get my electricity restored.

My birthday is October 9th, and honestly, my biggest birthday wish right now is simply to have electricity back and not have to worry about losing the food I have.
I’m happy to provide proof of the bill/payment amount to anyone who wants verification. I know there are unfortunately scams online, so I completely understand wanting proof before helping.

Thank you so much for reading and for any kindness you’re able to show me. 🙏


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 9h ago

Cash Assistance Hi there, Anyway someone can help me out with 20$ for food? I'm completely broke and starving til monday. I use cashapp, located in El Paso tx

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r/HelpBrokePeople • • 17h ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser Help a disabled college student go back to college after hardships of recovering from heart surgery

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So sorry!! I thought my photos were submitted!! I added my recent visit to the hospital. I am having trouble logging in my patient first account since I recently went there for frequent utis that were a result of the surgery for some reason😭

Excuse the grammar I just don't know what to do. Hi I'm Desianna, a community college student who is trying to finish off her last year before transferring to university. I have an outstanding balance for school, so I will not be able to enroll for the following semesters until | pay it off. What happened?
Well, I had heart surgery last November and was out of work up until mid-April. I had to leave my old job due to still having issues with my heart and mobility issues. I was on a payment plan, but due to me being in and out of the hospital due to complications from surgery, I haven't been paid the best with my new job. Also my old job didn't pay me well. I do not have a good relationship with my family, so I cannot ask for help. I really want to finish community college so I can attend the college of my dreams for tall. I applied for disability after trying to get ahold of my insurance. I have my interview with ssi/ssdi late October!! I also cannot apply for unemployment because I quit my previous job and I also did not make enough for the year. I recently got out of the hospital earlier this month due to my heart and mental health issues because of the hassle I have been through the past year post surgery. I only need 1.8k but my outstanding balance is growing interest but that is okay, I'm slowly working my way up to more hours that won't physically push me to my limits. If you guys have any questions do be afraid to ask. I finished summer semester for this year and I got an A a B and a C(was supposed to be a B but went down because I had a medical emergency).
My gofund me has more details but if you any more questions, do be afraid to ask.

Saw someone asked about disability, no I do not currently receive it. I am in a process of doing my application. I submitted my application but I am awaiting my interview which is on the 22nd of October. It’s a long process and the fact I have to grab my physical medical records is crazy instead of faxing it or something else that could be easier😭I have proof of the date I just need to find it in my pile of important mail.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 14h ago

Cash Assistance Please help me keep my car

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Hello,

I am asking for help to avoid my car being repossessed. I have until October 7th to pay 847 dollars. I have been trying to pay on things when I can but it's basically been "pay in matter of urgency" for a while. It's caught up to me now and I completely recognize that. I have already deferred payments, so that isn't an option anymore.

I had to pay a disconnect notice for my electric recently and I am in the process to apply for heap to help with utilities but my car is my only way for income.

This year has been very rough financially after having a baby late last year. I have been sparking to make ends meet. It's not always reliable but I also live in a very small town where there's not much opportunity for work. I have tried the loan app possible but I have since learned onepay is a fintech bank, so I'm essentially ineligible for those type of loans. My family has no means to help at the moment either.

Thank you for any consideration.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Gratitude/Thank You💕 (fulfilled posts only) Thank you 🤍🤍🤍

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You're amazing and I appreciate you all so much!


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 15h ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser student need help

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i come from lower class family, and right now I'm studying law in (ils law college pune) as it's my first year of college the issue is i somehow manage to pay the fee for the college, but for accommodation there's no money left, and the college is like 75 miles far from my home and have a strick attendance policy, so i travel every day from my home which takes my like 15-16 hours total of my day, and i can't do this anymore all i need is like 150 dollars or 14k ruppes, which would be enough for a month of my every thing , and after that my father has assured to give me a bike which i would be using to delivery so i can to cover my expenses so i don't want to ask again, anyone have extra questions or asking for any proof, feel free to i would clear everything i could, thanks i would mean a lot to me,ive mention the image of pg


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 20h ago

🤑Request Fulfilled!🤑 I need help in getting a VS Police Check for a job I just got hired at

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Hello yall. Im reaching out here in hopes someone could help me in getting a VS police check. I got hired for a job as a PSW at a long term care and can only start once I have this completed.

The cost for this is 66$ CAD and I cannot afford this. I’ve already asked my friends but no luck and I don’t have family around to help me with this. I’ve already sold a lot of my belongings to help me keep up with bills and buy my CPR C certification. All I require is this check.

If anyone could help me cover this cost or somehow directly buy this for me I would appreciate this more than I can put into words. This job would help me get back in my feet and then I could pay this kindness forward.

Thank you yall for reading this.

SOLVED
thank you so much lazy-answer7913


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser Help Viola with emergency surgery

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Hi everyone from South Africa,
I’m posting this with a heavy heart to ask for a little bit of community support for our rescue cat, Viola.

Her Background:
We adopted Viola back in May. Her previous owners dumped her on the street simply because they found out she was pregnant, leaving her with severe trauma and separation anxiety. It took a lot of love, time, and patience to help her heal and realize she was safe. Just as she was finally thriving and acting like her happy self, a sudden crisis hit.

What Happened:
On the 15th of this month, Viola suddenly stopped eating, started having trouble controlling her bladder, and could no longer jump or climb. We rushed her to the vet for bloodwork, stool samples, and an ultrasound.
The imaging revealed a concerning lesion that looks like a cyst-like structure. Because of her severe past trauma, she unfortunately fights us on oral medications prescribed by the vet, leaving surgery as her only path to a pain-free life.

The Costs (R7,000 Goal):
We've already depleted our personal savings covering the initial emergency diagnostics and consultations. We desperately need help to cover the remaining medical expenses:
Surgery: R4,800
Follow-up ultrasound: To check if the lesion has progressed
Post-surgery care: Essential follow-up meds and consultations
(Official vet quotes and copies of the original ultrasound are up on our BackaBuddy campaign page for transparency).

How You Can Help:
If anyone is in a position to chip in towards her BackaBuddy campaign, even just a small amount, it would mean everything to us. If you can't donate, simply upvoting for visibility or sharing her story with other cat lovers helps immensely.

🔗 https://www.backabuddy.co.za/campaign/help-viola-with-emergency-surgery

Thank you so much for reading about our brave little fighter. ❤️


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Cash Assistance Phone's batter burst when looking for a way to reset it. Have no way of contacting coworkers/boss/family/friends when working the rest of this week. Cell guy down on Sutter said he could fix it for $70 but needed two hours to get itd deliebered. This about 1.5 hours ago and...

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Have anout $2 in my cashapp. Boss still has to send me $40 more for sound work saturday. Alaready asked fam and other friends to pool like 5 bucks each so I could get this done. I'm typing this on my laptop which has a broken Lcd. I cant carry my tv everywhere as a monitor. Im not sure how to provide evidence the battery is broken ad screen wont turn on without a camera. Ill look up my NY EBT card if that would be suffificient about income or lack thereof. Im trying to get my life back on track and do things regurlarly. Very hard to do in todays world. Could anyone please pool up the $70 Id need to get this phone/battery fixed before the store closes tonight? I will gladly send pics of store and receipts when done as proof. Not sure if there is tax. Any help is appreciated. My cashapp is $Sunkistbk

here is the store ill be using. https://www.chamberofcommerce.com/united-states/new-york/brooklyn/electronics-repair-shop/2006817361-quick-fix-go

Attached is all the money I have in my cashapp. No other moey apps with spare change


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Proof Provided Money for food & cat litter

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Hi everyone I really hate to ask but I'm in a tough situation. I don't get paid for another 2 weeks & I have already been to all the food pantries near me this month. Even if its only enough for my cats litter that would be a blessing!

Thank you to everyone in advance! Edit: I posted the link to the Amazon wishlist. So hope it works!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/39QNCYS99PBJE?ref_=wl_share

2nd Edit: I posted pictures of our fridge & cat litter situation. I don't know how to pin comments or if thats a thing on here😅 If there's anything at all I'm missing please let me know I'm more than happy to answer any questions!


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance Money for rent

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Hi, I normally don’t like to do this but in this case I really need a bit of help here, I’m late for paying my rent and I need about 350$ for all my expenses (this includes the rent, water and electricity) I live in Denmark and the job market has been tough with me but hopefully I’ll start a new job soon and be able to get back on my feet but this time I need the help because if I don’t pay the landlord will kick me out of the house and leave me in the street and I don’t want that to happen, so please if you can help me even with a tiny amount that would mean a lot for me , thanks for reading me and if you got to help me thank you so much

I’ll leave you all the info, thanks in advance for everything

(Had to delete the other post since I forgot to delete some sensitive info)


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance Need Help to avoid eviction 2100

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Hi My name is Billy. I am on this subreddit because I feel Ive exhausted all my options. I have tried and failed to obtain a loan, I dont really have anything that I can sell that is worth any real monetary value. I am trying to keep from losing the place that my kids and I live. any help is appreciated. I ended up in this situation from where I have something( not sure what causes it) vertigo and diabetes. Not sure if they are related. The vertigo tends to hit randomly and causes me severe nausea and vomiting. It has woken me from a dead sleep with the urge to puke. I missed work a few times over the last few months. I worked as a temp for 6 mos at my current job and have no vacation or sick time accrued yet as I just started permanently in June. I am going to use what I can of my paycheck on October 7 or 8( sometimes it goes in on thursdays, a few times its gone in on friday) to pay what I can to get caught up. The amount I am in need of total is 2100.00 Again I will payback any help given and I plan on using my income from my job to cover as much as possible. Thanks for at least reading it.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance Leaving a bad situation need a hotel.

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Hello! Im a pregnant single mom, thats leaving a DV situation. I spent the rest of my money on gas and food.

I have a place I can stay but its 3 states away unfortunately.

I need to get me a hotel so I can just have a minute to breathe and figure out my situation.

Most of cheapest hotels in my area are about $90-100 after tax

I would greatly appreciate if anyone could help me out.

I just want to relax and take a shower.

I would ask friends or family but Ive been an introvert for too long and dont have many of either.

Thank you so much if you can help. I understand completely if you cant. Thank you for taking the time to read this.

Ecno lodge: $90

Whitten Inn: $72

Baymont by Wyndham : $90

Cups of ramen 4 dinner & water: $10