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Acts 435 is an online giving charity directly connecting those who want to give with those who are in genuine need of their help, through a network of local churches and charities.
Acts 435 is an online giving charity directly connecting those who want to give with those who are in genuine need of their help, through a network of local churches and charities.
Giving to anyone who has a need, all across the UK.
How it works
100% of your donation goes to the recipient's need and you receive a thank you update when the need has been met
A local church or charity becomes an Acts 435 partner
Partners post urgent needs on behalf of people in their community
Donors read stories of need and give through the Acts 435 platform
Partner contacts person in need and gives the item so desperately needed
It's meant that he can stay warm without worrying about high heating bills and without worrying about filling up a hot water bottle that's only going to warm up one small area at a time. It's safer for him as well.
£50 needed for a heated blanket Read full storyGive to an urgent need today!
The average time for a need to be fully funded is currently 2 days
£200 needed for laptop for studying
A is isolated because he speaks little English and struggles to join events because he's on a very low income. He has low mood and health problems which mean getting out and about are extra challenging. A laptop would allow A to improve his English through online websites that aren't accessible on a smartphone. A is trying to learn coding to improve his employability in the future. A laptop will allow A to build his skills and confidence in English and coding and increase his employment chances.
£200 needed for AI Smart Glasses
This lady in mid 60’s, registered as Deaf/Blind due to Usher’s syndrome and received disability payments. The smart glasses use artificial intelligence via the internet and glasses to take pictures of what she is holding and verbally narrated into her hearing aid. Used for reading labels for medication, cooking etc massively improving independence.
£170 needed for food and clothing
B is an young Asylum seeker who lives in Home Office accommodation. He receives Subsistence Allowance of just £9 per week. He is part of the street soccer programme and is keen to participate. Unfortunately he does not have the appropriate footwear or clothing to engage in this activity, which would benefit his well-being. He is also struggling to buy food and needs support with this.
£200 needed for moving costs
This single lady is on benefits and unable to work because of her mental health. She is desperate to move from Hastings to Rye to be near her daughter and three grandchildren so she can support them and will get support from her daughter. She has found a flat there which is smaller and more manageable for her and she has someone with a van who will move her furniture and possessions. She has enough to be able to pay for some of this and is asking for help with the balance so that she is able to move nearer family.
£80 needed for van hire
E is a single mum on benefits. She had to move suddenly as her landlord was selling the property. She was able to move into a rented property and had help moving most of her belongings. She is needing to hire a van to help with moving larger items. She is unable to afford this. She would be very grateful for any help you are able to give.
£200 needed for household items
The applicant is a new refugee. He arrived in the UK as an unaccompanied child. The applicant has Post Traumatic Stress Disorder due to his experiences in his country of origin and needs a lot of support. He has now been granted refugee status and has moved to a supported accommodation. However, he requires some basic household items which are a microwave, a small table and chairs, bedding and pillows and some kitchenware. As a new refugee he is unable to afford this, so would appreciate some support.
£200 needed for housing costs for refugee resettlement
I, is a recently arrived refugee fleeing war in Sudan and is trying to start a new life here. He has been resettled into a wonderful youth supported housing; however, he is struggling with the expensive service charges. I is learning how to budget with limited income, and access different resources/support in his new area. This support would help him in his first two months of resettlement, and decrease the stress that it is causing so that he can focus on his education and job pursuits.
£7,766,559
given to people in need
100%
of requests met by donors in full
62,430
individuals helped by Acts 435