L and her teenage daughter fled Ukraine due to the war, leaving behind their home, friends, and her daughter’s ballet career. Back home, her daughter was a ballerina with dreams of a bright future. Now she is determined to start a new path and pursue a marketing degree at university. However, she must pass the IELTS exam to be accepted. As a single mum who is on benefits, L can't afford the cost of the exam. Your donation will help L’s daughter to take this essential step and build a future here in the UK.

This refugee father from the Cameroon was able to bring his four children to Leeds under family reunion, following the loss of their mother. He asks for £200 to purchase an electric cooker, as the one in their small back-to-back was broken. With the initial costs of uniforms, food and other appliances to set up housekeeping, dad cannot save money for the cooker. He worries about the health of his children and it is causing him stress. Please can you help them to have what they need in their new UK life?

D, a gentleman in his fifties who is living alone, has been without a working fridge freezer since the summer. Due to his ill health, he is struggling to go to the shops everyday for food, meaning he is routinely skipping meals. D's food bill has increased significantly as he cant store food safely and relies on microwave meals. We are supporting him to apply for Personal Independence Payment, however, he is awaiting a decision. D currently receives the basic Universal Credit element and has no disposable income once his bills are paid.

E is a kind-hearted individual who is reliant on Universal Credit and facing tough challenges. Recently moving into new accommodation, E cannot afford a removal van to retrieve his belongings from storage. Physical disabilities prevent him from moving the items himself, making this situation even harder. Your generous donations will help cover the cost of the van, allowing E to create a stable home. Any contribution, big or small, will make a meaningful difference. Thank you!

A has recently received a council house after years of waiting on the Social Housing waiting list. The house is a blank canvas and he needs to carpet the house. This is a large cost, especially for a someone receiving Universal Credit. A needs support to pay the fee for a contractor to fit the carpets which have been donated.. Your support is highly appreciated.

This refugee from Afghanistan is living in Leeds and attending college courses to improve her English, with plans to seek employment. She wants so much to work and speak well and has been attending a digital skills course to prepare for laptop use. Please would you help this lady to realise her hopes for a settled life in the UK?

L is a devoted single mum who is managing the daily needs of her children on benefits which is a limited income. One essential item missing in her household is a washing machine. Without it, laundry becomes a time-consuming and costly task that adds strain to her already stretched resources. Your donation will make a significant difference in L’s life. This essential tool will help her save the time and reduce her financial burden without the ongoing stress of additional expenses.