Story
A mother and her two children are currently residing in a domestic violence shelter located in Fresno. Before entering the shelter, the family had been homeless and temporarily staying in a motel, which had been financially supported by the children's father. The children have been exposed to multiple incidents of domestic violence perpetrated by the father while they were present. Most recently, the mother and her children fled the motel after the father physically assaulted her. Law enforcement responded, and the father was arrested. Due to the urgency of the situation, the mother and her children left without any personal belongings. As a result, the mother is in urgent need of necessities, including clothing for herself and her children, gas money, and financial assistance for essential items. The mother expressed feelings of embarrassment and shame about asking for help but stated that she would be extremely grateful for any support provided at this time.