"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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The average time for a need to be fully funded is currently 8 days
£200 needed for a refurbished laptop
H, is an asylum seeker who arrived in our area from march having left his family in Lebanon and receives £9 per week in financial support. This client has engaged with our organisation, attending different activities such as English language classes, English communication sessions, CV writing sessions and cultural events each week. H needs help to buy a refurbished laptop as he wants to strengthen his English language skills.
£200 needed for a refurbished laptop
G, is an asylum seeker who arrived in our area from March having left his family in Kuwait, and receives £9 per week in financial support. This client has engaged with our organisation, attending different activities such as English language classes, English communication sessions, CV writing sessions and cultural events each week. G needs help to buy a refurbished laptop as he wants to strengthen his English language skills.
£190 needed for a cooker and sofa
Following a relationship breakdown, this applicant became homeless and moved into hostel accommodation. He has now secured his own tenancy but has very few belongings and urgently needs a cooker and sofa to make his house a home. His mental health difficulties, neurodiversity, and being signed off work have caused significant financial hardship. His 22-year-old son has recently moved in but is awaiting Universal Credit and cannot contribute financially. Any support would be greatly appreciated.
£200 needed for a cupboard, sofa, and study table
This woman has been granted permanent accommodation after spending almost two years in a refuge. This is a significant milestone for her, and she is incredibly happy to finally be taking steps towards independence. However, the property provided is unfurnished, meaning she is moving in without some of the basic items. She is currently in need of support to purchase a cupboard for storage, a sofa, and a study table. Your support would help her begin turning this empty property into a real home.
£200 needed for a washing machine
Whilst having been diagnosed with dementia R is determined to stay positive for his children. He and his partner rely on benefits and there is very little left for household items. We are supporting with debt advice and budgeting so moving forward they will be able to manage a little better. The only way they can get the washing machine to work is if they wedge a knife in the door to hold it together, the washing machine leaks and makes a terrible noise. Please can you help make life easier?
£200 needed for a removal van
This applicant's partner left her with debt and no child maintenance, which has significantly impacted her mental health and left her struggling to cope. As a result, her home has become very cluttered, though she has been receiving support from her housing association, her church, a food pantry, and an animal charity who have helped with her cat's neutering and vaccinations. She has also received help to begin decluttering and make her home a safer environment for herself and her daughter. There are still a number of items that need to be removed, but she does not have the funds to arrange this. She is asking for help towards the cost of a removal van so that she can clear the remaining clutter and make a fresh start for herself and her daughter.
£200 needed for a sofa bed
J is a gentleman on low-income. His mother is sick and requires longterm care, and his brother, her usual carer, has had an accident and is in hospital. J wants to buy a sofa bed so that he can move his mother into his home and provide the care she needs while his brother is in hospital.
£200 needed for a washing machine
Our client is long-term disabled and on benefits. Due to her health problems she makes heavy use of her washing machine and this has recently broken down. She does not have the means to replace it, so we would like ask your help to fund a new machine for her. This will enable her to stay well-presented and retain her dignity. Thank you.
£200 needed for a washing machine
D is being supported with drug rehabilitation, and has recently moved into a new property. She has made significant positive steps towards her future, and reduced her drug use. She has a very limited income, and her new flat has no washing machine, which makes keeping her clothes and bedding clean very difficult. Your help to buy a washing machine would help her to take pride in her appearance again, and support her in forming good routines for a healthy lifestyle.