Just the facts: Elizabeth can no longer afford her market-rate flat in El Cerrito. She and her cats, brothers Jackson and BB, must move soon. Most landlords do not welcome cats.

Elizabeth has found a wonderful place for her little family. It's a modest one-bedroom home in Atchison Village, a historic coop community in Richmond.

The hitch? Elizabeth needs our help with the down payment. And she needs it soon.

If you know Elizabeth, you already know about her fierce dedication to animal welfare as well as to good writing.

• In addition to adopting many strays over the years, Elizabeth regularly cares for feral cats.
• On Saturday mornings, you'll find her at Point Isabel walking a friend's huskies just to hang with a pack of off-leash doggies.
  
• As a volunteer writing coach, she spent a semester at Portola Middle School and now donates her time helping advanced students at El Cerrito High.
  

With our help, Elizabeth can buy this place and give Jackson and BB a lifelong home.

What we need and what you get

• The seller has agreed to a price of $40,000.
• Elizabeth needs $8,000 for a down payment. Any extra will go toward closing and moving costs.
  
• Donate today and you will get Elizabeth's undying gratitude plus one of the perks listed.

Other ways you can help

Even if you can't donate money, you can still make this home a reality for Elizabeth and her cats.

• Tell your friends via email, Facebook, Twitter, and/or the Indiegogo share tools.
  
• Volunteer to help Elizabeth before, during, and after her move.
• Celebrate the happy ending at Elizabeth's housewarming gala. Check out her new place below!