Give to someone in need
Acts 435 is about giving to people directly, to help them bridge the gap when they are facing a financial crisis.
Can you help a specific person in need?
Read stories of the applicants below and give as you feel able. Any amount will make a big difference to someone who is struggling.
You can instead make a general donation and the Acts 435 team will allocate it to the most urgent requests.
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- Clothes (7)
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S is a mother of three children who came to the UK five years ago. Although her husband is allowed to work, he is unable to, as he has a problem with his eyes which prevents him from doing any physical work. They live with in a flat and are on a very limited income. S has made a request to buy a used washing machine as her old one has been broken. She is washing all the clothes by hand, but it's very difficult to get them dry, especially in a small flat. Your help will make S's life much easier. Thank you.
Still £140 left to donate
Total needed £150N fled Afghanistan with her husband and 4 children. This mum is a very talented seamstress and cook. She has expressed a great interest in a sewing machine so that might be able to provide clothes for her family. The family have faced a lot of difficulties, having fled Afghanistan and spent a long time in Pakistan in difficult conditions. With the right support and opportunities I am hopeful that they will be able to begin their own social enterprise.
Still £150 left to donate
Total needed £150A young family with two children aged 2 and under, have been working hard on their home conditions. The family are in desperate need of new living room flooring to make it an appropriate place for the children to play and to help improve the parents' well-being. The parents are not currently working but are desperate to do so. As they are not in employment, finances are very difficult for them and they are unable to cover the cost of a new floor. The family would be very grateful for this help.
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200X’s partner has recently lost his job so this young couple are finding things difficult. They had just paid off their Council Tax. Citizens Advice has managed to help them negotiate a payment plan for their rent, but they now have no money for their heating or food until their benefits come through. Please can you help this couple out at this tricky time?