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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My client, who recently lost the use of his legs, would like help in purchasing a disability chair, as he is unable to afford one, having purchased an electric wheelchair. He currently lives in a bungalow that houses a really low sofa that he is unable to use. All help will be greatly appreciated to help make this gentleman's living conditions better than he has now.
Still £150 left to donate
Total needed £160D has been in supported housing for several years, due to his mental health struggles. He is moving into independent housing, which is really scary, as he is used to having staff to help him. His property is empty and we have sourced a bed through the council assistance fund, but they can't help with a fridge freezer. D is very vulnerable, and on disability benefits. Without this support he may well end up not eating properly or buying things that are left out and become dangerous. Please could we help?
Still £175 left to donate
Total needed £185P, who is being released from a Category C prison into a hostel, has severe mobility issues and cannot walk far, due to veins having collapsed in their legs. P often uses crutches, but will need help to get to the shops and chemist, which is half a mile away. This will be a fresh start for P, and an electric scooter will give them independence and be such a blessing. We are £200 short of being able to get one. Please would you consider if you might be able donate towards this? Thank you.
Still £195 left to donate
Total needed £200This man, who has physical and mental disabilities, would love to have a job. He has been offered a job for a weekend as a DJ, but it is in Nottingham. He has had experience of being a DJ and is good at it, however, he has to pay for travel and accommodation for two nights before he will be paid. This man receives benefits, but does not have any spare money to pay for this. He is so keen to do this and it would really boost his wellbeing. Please would you help him to achieve this goal? Thank you.
Still £150 left to donate
Total needed £150A is a gentleman with severe mental health issues including bipolar, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), schizophrenia and borderline personality disorder (BPD). He has been sectioned multiple times, but his aftercare has been somewhat lacking and he has amassed a large sum of debt, resulting in being evicted from his rented property. A has now been housed in supported accommodation and is receiving help from Citizens Advice Bureau to find the best debt solution and to apply for benefits, but this takes time. Please would you consider supporting A with a food voucher?
Still £115 left to donate
Total needed £120This request is for a gentleman referred to us by the social prescriber and the NHS locally; he has just been released from hospital and lives alone with no family to help. He has had his toes amputated on one foot and half of his other foot amputated due to type 2 diabetes, and he now has poor mobility. We have provided a fridge but he needs a separate freezer, as he cannot reach up high. He has very little income, so the Foodbank will meet any additional costs on his behalf.
Still £175 left to donate
Total needed £175This gentleman is an unemployed single man, living on Universal Credit. He was recently assaulted and his glasses were stamped on and broken, and he can’t afford to replace them as he has no savings. He has mental and physical health issues and is on limited capacity for work designation. Your kind support will enable him to replace his glasses.
Still £50 left to donate
Total needed £50B suffers with mobility issues and is unfit for work. She receives Universal Credit but finds it hard to meet her living costs and has borrowed money which she is now struggling to repay. She has run out of money with 2 weeks to go till her next benefits payment. She has little food left and her gas is running on emergency credit which will soon be used up. Help towards food and energy costs to see her through this difficult time would be really appreciated.