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 (5)
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- Housing (9)
- Struggling with Bills/Debt (20)
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- People with Disability (5)
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Facing job loss and housing insecurity, S maintains a positive outlook and is striving for a better future. His aspirations are hindered by financial constraints, particularly in affording driving lessons which are essential for a career transition. The rising cost of living exacerbates his struggle, intensifying the challenge of securing a stable livelihood. Assistance with the remaining driving lessons could alleviate this burden, enabling S to break free from the cycle of homelessness.
Still £140 left to donate
Total needed £200B is a single mum of two fleeing domestic violence. Her only income is Universal Credit and she has no savings. Mum has effectively had to start her home again from scratch, which has been a real challenge. The house she is now living in has no floor coverings down, which is far from ideal as her children are very active and there is a risk of injury. We have an offer of free carpets, but need help with the fitting costs. Any financial support would be very gratefully received.
Still £115 left to donate
Total needed £200D is a single woman who receives Employment and Support Allowance and Personal Independence Payment benefits, but is struggling to keep on top of her bills. She has lost the use of her fridge freezer, which is beyond repair, and desperately needs £150 to replace it. Please can you help?
Still £145 left to donate
Total needed £150A, who has been given a flat in a supported housing complex after seven months of being on the waiting list, is very fragile and vulnerable, and has never lived alone. The flat is unfurnished and she is struggling to find a carpet that she can afford for her bedroom. Until the carpet is supplied and fitted, she cannot move in as it would be unpractical and unsafe. A is desperate to move in, finally have some independence and the appropriate support she needs. Help towards this would be appreciated.
Still £140 left to donate
Total needed £150C, a single mum with one child, has a number of psychical disabilities including bulging discs and a trapped sciatic nerve. Her only income is from disability benefits and she has no savings. C has no carpets in her bedrooms, hallway and kitchen. Carpeting her home will impact hugely on her mental health and overall wellbeing. We have an offer of free carpets, but need help with fitting costs. Any support would be very gratefully received.
Still £150 left to donate
Total needed £200C is currently living in a two bedroomed house with her daughters, but there are no floor coverings anywhere in the house. Due to the condition of her property, Social Services has removed her children and given her an action plan to enable her to get them back. This includes carpeting the house and C will never be able to do this without help, as her only income is Universal Credit and she has no savings. Please can you help us to bring this family back together?
Still £130 left to donate
Total needed £200H, a single mother with two children, is a refugee who recently moved to a new house which is unfurnished. She would like your help to support her so she can buy a used washer. H had already spend a lot of money on buying carpets and painting the house, and currently she needs help with a cooker.
Still £150 left to donate
Total needed £150J lived with his wife and children until the relationship broke down. For ten years he sofa-surfed, slept rough and rode night buses. He was referred to the rough sleepers team in 2022, was placed in temporary accommodation and now has permanent secure housing. Previously, a working independent man, he now has a medical condition which has left him unable to work. A fridge freezer would enable J to eat more healthily and better manage his limited income of Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment.
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200J lived with his wife and children until the relationship broke down. For ten years he sofa-surfed, slept rough and rode night buses. Referred to the rough sleepers team in 2022, he was placed in temporary accommodation and now has permanent housing. Previously a working independent man, J now has a medical condition which has left him unable to work. A washing machine would enable him to maintain his personal hygiene and better manage on his limited income of Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment.
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200S lives with her husband and three children. For the last six months, they have not had a fully working oven and have been using one hob ring to prepare meals for the five of them. The hob is inefficient and expensive, and is costing a lot to run. S is juggling working part-time and looking after her children. Her husband is, unfortunately, unable to work. The family really need a new oven so they can cook the food they are receiving from the foodbank. Please can you help?
Still £170 left to donate
Total needed £200S is on a very low income, receiving only the basic Universal Credit of £393 per month. He was recently released from prison, which means he doesn't receive full housing benefits and needs to top his monthly rent up himself. S is struggling to meet his basic living costs, buy food and pay his utilities, but he has no family support. Please can you provide a donation to help him get back on his feet?
Still £95 left to donate
Total needed £150E is a single mum with four children. One son has special needs, meaning mum has been unable to work and has run up debts. Her son has outgrown his bed and she wants to buy a larger one to make him more comfortable. Please can you help?
Still £140 left to donate
Total needed £200We are supporting this individual who recently fled an abusive relationship and has been put into a house. We are helping her get back on her feet, after this traumatic situation, with food parcels and she is working with us to help her with her debt. This individual is on a low income at the moment and does not have a cooker. We now have funding for the cooker, but the cooker needs installing properly. Please would you consider giving to this need so that we can help this lady with the basic need of a cooker?
Still £115 left to donate
Total needed £115Our client, who is dealing with severe mental health issues, has moved from temporary accommodation into a more permanent home to start regaining some independence. They are currently suffering from financial hardship and are in need of a washing machine to wash their clothes, as well as a cooker to be able to make hot meals at home. These items will improve their overall mental wellbeing and independence in their new home.
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200H is a single lady who has been offered a property, but unfortunately there was no furniture at all. H came here with some savings, but these are nearly gone and she is struggling to furnish her house and feed herself too. H is in urgent need of a fridge freezer, a wardrobe, a chest of drawers and a lamp for her house. She would appreciate any support.
Still £160 left to donate
Total needed £180Following a recent heart attack, three months ago, this gentleman finds himself in need of ongoing assistance. We are urgently requesting a regular food parcel, a kettle and a microwave. Our client was referred to us by Peabody after an outreach encounter where he was soliciting passers-by for food or financial aid. Although he has a flat, this gentleman's health condition prevents him from being able to work. Any support provided during this challenging time would be greatly appreciated.
Still £190 left to donate
Total needed £200A and his partner have been given a flat after being homeless and are in need of a living room carpet. They have nothing and are waiting for their benefits to be processed. They have no family able to help, as family have disowned them because they are not the same nationality. A few friends have given them some kitchen items. Please can you help them with a carpet?
Still £150 left to donate
Total needed £200C is a young, single mum who has been living with her ex-partner's family but, due to the breakdown of the relationship and him having a new girlfriend, she had to leave. C has now been housed and family and friends have helped furnish it as much as they can. She is in need of a table and chairs as she has always sat at the table with her family, talking and enjoying being a family together, especially at meal times, which are a great time to unwind and offload. C is waiting for her benefits to be processed and cannot afford to buy these items.
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200J is sitting his GCSE exams this year. His mum is very proud of how hard he works, despite his attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD). J is a polite and kind young man, but he struggles to get the grades he wants without access to the internet. Mum, who has other children, budgets well, but doesn't have any spare income after her bills are paid. She isn't able to work because of her children's additional needs, but she does volunteer in her community when she can. Mum hopes to give J the best chance for his future with this computer.
Still £155 left to donate
Total needed £175Our client is currently on long term sick, due to her medical conditions, including fibromyalgia and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. She owns her property and has issues with penetrating damp. The costs of the works, in addition to the cost of scaffolding, is unobtainable for our client as she is reliant on benefits, due to her health conditions. A dehumidifier would help to combat the high humidity which is exacerbating her health conditions and help her to maintain a healthy living environment.