Dear Friends, Family, and Community, My name is Noreen Avgarski, and I’m a teacher who has spent over 15 years nurturing and supporting children every single day. Teaching has been one of the greatest joys of my life but for the past two-three years, I’ve also been on another deeply personal journey: trying to have a baby of my own. I’ve always dreamed of becoming a mother. Over these these years, I’ve faced the ups and downs of hope, heartbreak, and determination. I’ve never had a baby before, and the desire to build a family of my own has remained my greatest dream. Unfortunately, fertility treatments come with a heavy emotional and financial cost. I’m raising money to help cover the expenses involved in treatments that will give me the best chance at becoming a mom. This includes IVF, egg donor, medications, procedures, etc. As someone who’s dedicated my life to caring for children, I’m now asking for help to bring a child of my own into this world. Your support whether through a donation, sharing my story, or simply sending words of encouragement would mean everything to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart for taking the time to read my story and for walking alongside me on this journey. With your kindness, I’m holding on to hope that one day I’ll get to hold my baby in my arms.