Facebook Messenger conversation between Aurora Eloise and Nat. Nat: Aw ok I'm bummed to hear that. I know we're cutting it really close. What happens if you don't hit the goal? Aurora: I'll be put back on a waiting list. The average wait is typically about 12 to 18 months. My disabilities are a slight advantage, moving me up the list to an estimated wait of 8 to 10 months. I'd be able to stay where I am until the end of February, but the couple i rent from are moving to a smaller space at the beginning of March. I don't have anywhere to go from here but would of course spend the next month searching for somewhere to stay, but it's all very unknowable and murky at this point. Either way, any funds raised will still go to housing or acquiring shelter somehow.

Facebook Messenger conversation between Aurora Eloise and Nat: Nat: ok thanks! I hope with 3 (edited to add: now down to 2) days to go we can get you there. There have been several folks really advocating you and loudly sharing your posts, including one person who's donated to you more than once already. Another friend is sharing through her fundraising network. you've got a committed team behind you! Aurora: That's so amazing. Really, I'm so touched. I had no idea. I'm so grateful for you all. Thank you, and please send my thanks to the others who are helping. Your time and energy are such valuable resourcesz and it means so much to me that you are spending them on me.