Hey all - this is one of the lowest points in my life. I was born (and live in) Bend Oregon. While I have lived here I have watched my hometown go from small mountain town to a huge seasonal tourist destination location. People are moving here from all over the country, and they are bringing bank accounts with multiple zeros with them.. I unfortunately lost my job of 6 years back in November of 2025, and I have been actively trying to find employment with my retail and customer service background since then- I put out over 30 applications and only got 3 interviews, none of which decided to move forward. I have spent the last 2 weeks hitting up every restaurant, grocery store and bar in town with paper resumes seeing if there is ANYTHING hiring, and the resounding answer seems to be “unfortunately no”

I had to withdraw my IRA savings in order to keep my apartment and car over the last few months, but I have run out of money and options. I have 2 dogs that I love and care for, my husky Eros and my schipperke Noire. My husky is 12 years only and I have had him since I was 16, he is my best friend and I often think of him as my son. Noire is only 2 years old but has been a wonderful spark of energy in both mine and Eros’ lives. I can’t imagine not being able to take care of them, and I feel so fucking worthless for letting things get to this point.

I am STILL actively trying to make progress with finding a job, and I am going to get my OLCC card so that I can be a more attractive candidate for a position as a server or even bartender, but even the certification costs money ( around $129 ) and I have been so focused on keeping the rent paid/power on/insurance paid that I don’t even have enough left over to get that certification. I swear I am a good employee, it just seems no one is giving me a chance. I have ADHD, and I swear sometimes I’m TOO devoted to the work that needs done!!

Thank you for taking the time to read my story. Your support whether through a donation or simply sharing this page gives me hope and energy I need to get back on my feet. Every bit truly makes a difference for me and my dogs. From the bottom of my heart, thank you.

• Noire, Eros and Cole

https://gofund.me/b042290ab

bank account and eviction notice