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A Major Step Forward: We Purchased the Motorhome

My update is belated by a couple days because moving parts happened and this is a sensational, important update to share today.

After a solid test drive today, we were able to purchase a more reliable 1983 GMC Class C motorhome. This is a gigantuan step forward for me and Clove, and YOU made this possible. We will have been left in the dust without the care, support, donations, trust and shares from the incredibly generous and forward thinking people out there reading this right now.

1983 GMC motorhome being converted into full time home to avoid homelessness

Fundraising Progress So Far

So far, we have raised $1,307 toward our first milestone of $7,500, and today I took a moment to be over the moon grateful. Every single contribution has helped make this step possible.

What Happens Next: Making It Livable

Now that the motorhome is ours, the next phase begins by making it legal, safe, reliable, and livable. It may sound like a lot because honestly there is a heap of work ahead, especially with mechanical repairs and structural updates that are needed before we can move in full time.

Why This Matters

This progress has tangible meaning, but we are not at the finish line yet. The reach to $7,500 milestone will help cover the most urgent repairs and get us closer to having a stable place to call home.

Let Us Keep This Rolling Along

If you have donated or shared this fundraiser, thank you for being part of this journey and expedition with us. If you are able to share it again, it will help tip the odds in our favor, much more than you can imagine.

For the first time in a while, this feels like more than a dream.

Thank you for being here,
Jennifer M + Clove

WE ARE ON OUR WAY THERE.

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UPDATES: https://undertheroot.studio/artist-cat-clove-motorhome-updates

GOFUNDME: https://www.gofundme.com/f/motorhome-for-artist-and-clove

CONTACT: https://undertheroot.studio/contact

1983 GMC motorhome being converted into full time home to avoid homelessness

Eviction to Home on Wheels: Clove and My Journey to Safety

Our Urgent Situation

I am facing eviction and becoming unhoused with a deadline of May 31, 2026. After losing employment of 8 years and spending the last 10 months searching for solid work, I am now at a critical turning point.

My black cat Clove (6 years old) and I have a chance to create a safe, stable home by purchasing a 1984 Class C motorhome. We need help to make this the viable option.

I am raising $15,500 to cover the purchase, repairs, and essential upgrades so we can safely transition into full time motorhome living and begin rebuilding our lives.

The Solution - A Motorhome

A few weeks ago, I mentioned to a few friends the idea of a motorhome?? One friend and her mate jumped into action and found a solid option within a week.

We made a visit to the motorhome and did a test drive then I made an offer. This gentlman with the motorhome was a hardworking forest firefighter and contractor, incredibly lovely.

At this very moment, this gentleman is travelling and will be back this weekend.

What the $15,500 Will Cover

Right now, researching and investigating motorhome mechanics and structure, plus efficiencies for life on the road. I want to continue making handcrafted goods and offer death doula support services; additional small storage unit to safely house these business items is on the list until we can rebuild.

My business ran on numbers and budgets, receipts and paperwork.
Below is a brief breakdown for contributions.

Motorhome $4000
Title, Licensing, Insurance $500
Mechanical Repairs $6200
Structural Safety Fixes $3900
Basic Livability Upgrades $1000
Storage For Sewing Tools $200/month

THE FIRST MILESTONE: $7500

Rebuilding Through Art and Community

Three years ago, I began taking educational courses that included death doulaship, grief counseling, ethical practices, and psychedelics. I have been blending handcrafted goods with death doula support services over the past year. I am a volunteer with two organizations in our deathcare ecosystem.

My work continues to be enmeshed within and among project management for over twenty years. I am an artist with a background of dance, performance, designing and manufacturing hemp intimate apparel, plus as a production line lead.

Under The Root has been the name of my work since 2003.

How You Can Help

I am reaching out because we are raising funds to secure a motorhome which creates stability and allows an artist and their cat Clove to continue to be safely housed and rebuild. If you are open to supporting by:

  • sharing with your audience

  • featuring the work and story in a newsletter or social channels

  • exploring a small partnership or matching campaign

SHARE: https://undertheroot.studio/artist-cat-clove-motorhome-updates

GOFUNDME: https://www.gofundme.com/f/motorhome-for-artist-and-clove

CONTACT: https://undertheroot.studio/contact

Emergency Housing Fund: Artist and Cat Clove Motorhome Journey

Facing unhoused eviction May 31, an artist and their cat Clove are raising $15,500 to secure and repair a motorhome for safe full time living. Follow updates, progress, and ways to support their urgent journey.

How You Can Help

  • sharing with your audience

  • featuring the work and story in a newsletter or social channels

  • exploring a small partnership or matching campaign

SHARE: https://undertheroot.studio/artist-cat-clove-motorhome-updates

GOFUNDME: https://www.gofundme.com/f/motorhome-for-artist-and-clove

CONTACT: https://undertheroot.studio/contact

 


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