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.
This gentleman, who is being supported by the Chippenham Christians Against Poverty Debt Centre, is about to be evicted from his flat and has no money to collect his belongings. He would so appreciate your help in meeting this need, as he has lived in the flat for many years and needs help to transport them to his new place.
Still £150 left to donate
Total needed £200A is living in supported accommodation after a period of homelessness. After tackling mental health issues, he is now in a place where he feels ready to tackle re-entering the workforce. To prepare for this, A has started attending weekly courses and support groups, but is struggling to afford the fees and travel costs on weekly basis. A needs assistance so he can continue to attends these activities to support his progression and to continue to move forward in his life. Thank you!
Still £100 left to donate
Total needed £100This gentleman recently moved into temporary accommodation and is being helped to look for a permanent home. He is waiting for benefits to catch up, so is struggling to make ends meet. His old mobile phone is not capable of being used to communicate with the benefits service, and he has a water bill he can't meet. This gentleman's clothes are all too large for him, as he lost a great deal of weight when homeless. Please can you help him?
Still £130 left to donate
Total needed £150R has lived in temporary, single parent accommodation with her one year old daughter for over eight months. She has just been given some good news; a flat of her own, and picked the keys up yesterday. R is so excited to set up a safe home for her daughter, but is also anxious, as she has no spare money from her Universal Credit to buy a sofa, curtains and cooking equipment. Please can we help this wonderful mum to start afresh, making this flat a home and safe place to make happy memories in?
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200J, having overcome homelessness and addiction, faces financial strain, due to the previous loss of his driving licence. Reacquiring it is costly, yet crucial for his progress. With this license, J can secure employment, broaden his opportunities, and maintain stability in his recovery journey. Your support will not only alleviate this financial burden, but also empower J to continue rebuilding his life with newfound independence and purpose.