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.
J has thankfully been housed in a Housing Association property, but has no curtains/poles or flooring. He has been suffering with poor physical and mental health, and has been unable to work for sometime. J is struggling on his benefit only income and cannot afford to make his house a home. Living without curtains and flooring is not helping his health. Could you please consider helping this gentleman to make his home feel more private and safe with some funds towards curtains and poles? Thank you.
Still £95 left to donate
Total needed £110A support worker from Cornwall Children and Family Services is supporting a family in crisis as we approach Christmas. This mum of two children, who was recently made redundant, has used up all her financial reserves to replace several items that were smashed up by her son who has additional needs. One of these items was a clothes horse. Mum has no means of drying their clothes over the winter. A cost-effective dehumidifier with a large capacity tank and a new clothes horse would be hugely appreciated.
Still £180 left to donate
Total needed £200Our client has recently been given new accommodation after being in temporary accommodation for over six months, and does not have any white goods for the new home. We are asking for help towards purchasing a cooker. They have recently had an accident, causing broken bones in their arm and, therefore, due to the nature of the role, are unable to carry out this work for the next three months or more.
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200K is a single parent who currently does not have the care of her one year old daughter as she is unable to meet her needs, partly due to lack of facilities in her home. K's ex-partner took the washing machine when the couple acrimoniously separated recently, so she desperately needs a replacement washing machine. Mum is unable to use the launderette, due to her anxiety, depression and poorly controlled epilepsy. K has no savings and is dependent on benefits so any help is appreciated.
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200Mum is in desperate need of three curtain poles, two for the lounge and one for her bedroom. She is a victim of domestic abuse and wants to make her home her own, part of this being redecorating her rooms to make her feel safe. Mum has debt that she is trying to pay off and also receives no child maintenance for her two children.
Still £105 left to donate
Total needed £105This dad, who is struggling with energy bills and food, visited our social supermarket for help. He shared that his gas has run out, due to arrears, leaving him boiling a kettle for washing up and bathing his children (aged four, eleven and twelve. Dad feels that he has let his family down, but we know he's doing his best. We gave snuggle blankets to keep them warm, but can we come together to pay for gas and food, to add some sparkle and festive cheer to their lives this Christmas? Every little bit helps. Thank you.
Still £180 left to donate
Total needed £180This single mum of a two year old son lost her partner in a tragic motor cycle accident when she was five months pregnant. She rents privately in a rural location and is currently claiming benefits, although she is trying to return to her career as a freelance copywriter. Mum's phone is vital as it is her means of managing her benefits, undertaking financial transactions, day to day planning and communicating with distant friends. The phone now needs repairing and the estimated cost is about £80. Please can you help?
Still £80 left to donate
Total needed £80This lady, who has been the victim of domestic abuse and has suffered severe trauma, has been rehoused as she was evicted due to the damage her partner did to her property. She receives Personal Independence Payment and Universal Credit. There is no cooker in the flat and, due to all the other expenses of moving and furnishing the flat, this lady has no money available. We can deliver a second-hand cooker with a warranty with your help.
Still £185 left to donate
Total needed £185A was street homeless for a long time before spending eighteen months in hospital due to her mental illness. On her recent discharge, she was allocated a social housing property which is unfurnished. She would greatly benefit from a washing machine as she cannot access a launderette and has a large amount of soiled bedding which needs washing frequently. A, who has no savings and is on benefits, has no family or friends to help her practically or financially, only ongoing support from the mental health team.
Still £200 left to donate
Total needed £200This family man is unable to work at present due to mental health problems for which he is receiving support from the mental health team. He receives Employment and Support Allowance and Personal Independence Payment. The integral gas oven is broken and the family has saved half the cost, but needs your help with the rest in order to cook proper meals. Thank you.