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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
Your generous gift allowed me to buy their uniforms and shoes and seeing them walk into school feeling proud and prepared brought tears to my eyes.
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The average time for a need to be fully funded is currently 8 days
£200 needed for a laptop
M and her family moved from Afghanistan one year ago. She has two children living at home, aged 12 and 15. She has found a course to help with learning English, however to be able to practice she needs a laptop to do the work at home. Through learning English, she will find settling in the community a lot easier. She is only in receipt of Universal Credit which covers essential costs, are you able to help?
£200 needed for a dishwasher
A lady approached the church for help and support to replace her dishwasher that has recently stopped working. Both she and her husband are living on benefits and, between them, have significant physical and mental health challenges and issues. They are really struggling to make ends meet and have recently suffered a few financial setbacks due to benefit sanctions and unexpected bills, which has been really difficult for them both.
£80 needed for fixing a mobile phone
A is a refugee who is suffering form health and mental conditions. A had dropped on the street and smashed his mobile in the street. He is currently not working and his income is hardly enough for his life expenses. I request you help him fix his mobile as he needs it to receive his emails and stay in contact with essential services
£200 needed for a washing machine
This client arrived in the UK in 2005 and at first was working and privately renting accommodation. Unfortunately he became homeless in the winter of 24-25 and was helped by Streetlink in the summer of 25, who placed him in temporary accommodation. He now has a permanent and secure place to live but is unable to work, he receives Universal Credit. Having sourced some items secondhand, he is in need of a washing machine and would be grateful for any help you can give.
£200 needed for a washing machine
M. Is on low income struggling financially and suffers from anxiety issues. M. Lost one of his legs years ago which left him depressed and unable work at the time. M has been homeless but has his own place now and is starting to enjoy life a bit better. He’s always been concerned about his appearance and try’s to look smart and clean, he has no means to buy a washing machine and is desperate to wash his bedding and clothes. Please can you help?
£200 needed for a TV and kitchen equipment
Two children who are regulars at our youth club recently had a very traumatic experience at home with their mum. Their house was broken into while they were there and their possessions destroyed and damaged. Their TV was destroyed, along with kitchen equipment, pots, pans and crockery. All three have coped incredibly well since this horrific incident, but the cost of replacing the items is a real pressure as mum is a single parent and on Universal Credit.
£200 needed for the supply and fitting of stairs carpet
This single mum is waiting on benefits to be sorted. She moved houses due to a breakdown in her relationship. Mum has only the kids beds and wardrobes and toys as she was unable to take anything else as her ex-partner still lives there. Mum is extremely concerned and stressed as the new house is a lot bigger and this creates a lot more noise. Mum is worried their neighbours will complain. Please can you help?
£200 needed for an orthopaedic mattress
S lives with her husband and two children aged 16 and 17. Her husband has recently been diagnosed with stage three Parkinson’s disease, on top of further illnesses. S, herself has severe mental health needs and anxiety. They are in receipt of Universal Credit which just covers essentials of living, and are relying more on food banks. They are in need of an orthopaedic mattress due to the Parkinson’s and are waiting for a result from a Personal Independence Payment application.
£200 needed for a refurbished laptop
A, is an asylum seeker who arrived in our area six months ago having left his family in Kuwait, and receives £9 per week in financial support. This client has engaged with our organisation, attending different activities such as English language classes, English communication sessions, CV writing sessions and cultural events each week. A needs help to buy a refurbished laptop as he wants to strengthen his English language skills.
£8,460,210
given to people in need
100%
of requests met by donors in full
66,634
individuals helped by Acts 435