Eisha Lovea 26-year-old transgender woman of color released in December, 2015 after serving nearly four years in the Cook County Jail without trialhas announced a youcaring.com fundraising campaign designed to help her get back on her feet.
On the campaign's website, Love detailed her need for clothing, a laptop in order to engage in job training and resume dispersal, and assistance with her phone bill until she secures employment.
"Just being released from jail and starting over this really helps me make sure I don't have to go back to the things I was doing before I got arrested," Love told Windy City Times. "I'm trying to stay on the right path."
According to Love, the future of that path involves speaking out to student groups alongside advocacy organizations and helping others.
"If another girl goes through the same situation as myself, I can help her reflect on her life," Love asserted. "So she can do things in a more positive way."
As of publication, Love's fundraiser has already exceeded half its $5,000 goal.
"People have been so generous," she said. "When I first put it up, I didn't think that people would go as far as they went within one day. I was just so amazed and I really appreciate it."
To donate to Loves campaign, visit: www.youcaring.com/eisha-love-511716 .