"I am looking forward to my next adventure"
During the Covid pandemic, R from Calderdale managed a Testing Centre which has since been closed. He has struggled to find work since and now has to leave his home as the Landlord is selling the property. R is now moving out of his home, but he has virtually nothing to take with him. Amongst other things, he needed a fridge. R has has no family who he can offer him support, but had managed to save a little towards the other items he needed for his new home.
The local Advocate let R know the good news that Acts 435 donors had fulfilled his need for a fridge, and this is what R said:
"Words cannot express my thanks for helping me buy a fridge. I got lucky and was able to buy a few bits of food too! A month ago I had no idea where my life was taking me but because of so much kindness I am looking forward to my next adventure in my new home and in my new job. I cannot believe it - thank you so much!"
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£200 needed for car repairs
I have been working with a Christians Against Poverty client who has recently been released from prison, but is unable to gain access to the housing register, due to his previous conviction. This has resulted in him living in his car for the past six months. His car has broken down and our client is trying to get the money together to repair the vehicle (on the Eco Unit) in order to be able to move his car to another location.
£200 needed for gas and electric
This Nigerian family, with two young boys, have come over to Scotland to study. As well as studying, they are working to make ends meet, but have been surprised that their working skills in Nigeria haven't been transferrable here. They work long hours at low paid jobs in order to pay their expensive rent on a very small flat. The high cost of utility bills has surprised them and they need a bit of help to manage this through these cold months. They are incredibly grateful and humbled by this help. Thanks! 😊
£200 needed for gas and electric
This couple, who have twins girls aged two, are from Nigeria and studying in Scotland. They have spent all they had to get here, and are having to work constantly in order to make ends meet and care for their young daughters. They have no other support for childcare. Mum cleans in the daytime and works nights at low paid jobs to cover the cost of living. Some extra help towards gas and electricity bills would really see them through this winter season when they are struggling with the cold. They are so thankful for your help.
£200 needed for a cooker
This client and her child have recently relocated with help from the Homeless Prevention team. Mum is currently on a low income, as she is in receipt of Universal Credit and Carers Allowance, due to caring for her adult disabled daughter who is also vulnerable. They are both in desperate need of a cooker as they currently without one and unable to purchase one. This would make a huge, positive impact on their livelihood, being able to cook regular hot meals at home.
£150 needed for rent, Council Tax and energy arrears, and decorating items
This lady had a stroke in 2020 which has left her with no feeling down her left hand side. She is now wheelchair-bound and her son cares for her full-time. Mum is struggling financially as she has arrears with her rent, Council Tax, water and energy bills. She would love to decorate her home but, although she receives benefits, has no spare money to do this. Please would you help her clear some of her debts and buy some paint etc. to brighten up her home? Thank you!
£150 needed for food, bills and heating
This mum of three children, aged seventeen, twelve and ten years of age, is struggling financially. She receives Universal Credit, but finds it difficult to make ends meet. Mum needs help to pay for food, heating and other bills. Please would you help her, as she is suffering mentally to cope with her lack of money to pay for everything? Thank you!
£200 needed for a tumble dryer
The provision of a tumble dryer would be life changing for this family. With a new born, and another child who is a wheelchair user and has a life limiting condition in the home, there is a lot of laundry and mum is struggling to get it all dry. Dad is in very poor health with a lung condition. It would make a big difference to this family’s quality of life if we could provide them with a tumble dryer. Please can you help?
£200 needed for a double mattress and a mattress protector
This single mum has significant medical problems causing her almost continuous discomfort, which is currently exacerbated, due to the poor condition of her mattress. Mum receives Child Benefit, Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment. She moved to secure tenancy, but incurred debts, due to misunderstandings, and continues to pay back arrears, which is putting a huge strain on her low income. A new mattress would enable her to sleep better, or at least get more rest, enabling her to cope with the daily challenges she faces.
£165 needed for a washing machine
This man, who lives alone and has several illnesses, receives Universal Credit. He really needs a washing machine, but cannot afford one. We can supply and deliver a second-hand washing machine to him. Please can you help this man?