Jersey, I feel bad for your situation. I really suggest you get in touch with one of the US Senators for your state. Call the office, and they'll connect you with one of the senator's aides. Politely and persuasively explain your situation to the aide Then ask the aide how you go about donating to the senator's campaign. Then follow up that conversation with a letter and a check for a few thousand bucks.
I had mentioned before about finding out which of the two senators was closer to re-election time.
The US Senators have a lot of stroke, and that's no joke.
This is exactly what I would do if I was in your situation.
