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H, from Barnsley was in desperate need of a replacement fridge freezer as she has found herself struggling to make ends meet, due to being dependant on benefit and the rise in the cost of food and energy bills. She has two children and cares for her father. H was lost without her fridge freezer and by not being able to store food freshly, which became very expensive. Acts 435 donors supported H to buy a replacement fridge freezer, which helped to reduce the stress and worry she was under.
When the local Advocate told H that the funds had been raised here is what they said:
"H was so relieved to receive the support she needed to buy a replacement fridge freezer as she has struggled for a number of months without one which has been very difficult for her and her children. H stated it will make such a huge difference to her family now that she doesn't have to constantly throw food away because it's not been stored in a fridge. H will be able to manage her money more effectively now that she has a Fridge Freezer and reduce the worrying this has caused."
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£175 needed for train fare to a job interview
Due to health issues over the summer this single mum recently lost one of her two jobs. She has been actively seeking another job and has been invited to a second interview. She self-funded the required train fare to attend the first interview but, her household finances cannot stretch to the cost of another large train fare (Cardiff to Edinburgh) so soon after the first. Please would you be willing to contribute to the fare so she does not have to get into debt to attend her interview. Many thanks.
£200 needed for a refurbished laptop
H, is an asylum seeker who arrived in our area two months ago 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. H, needs help to buy a refurbished laptop as he wants to strengthen his English language skills.
£200 needed for a washing machine
J and P are a couple who were working in a warehouse until it closed. Aged 59 and 61 they have not been able to secure new jobs. J has a part time job two days a week. He finished his masters degree in human resources and is searching for a job but to no avail so far. They have been evicted but were able to secure a rented house. They are going through a debt relief order with Christians Against Poverty as they got into debt when they lost their jobs. They need a washing machine in their new home but have no savings. Could you help please?
£200 needed for a fridge freezer
This refugee couple has their own council home now after 16 months in temporary places. They have bought basic essentials but are still on benefits while husband is on Restart programme seeking work. Large items are beyond their finances. A fridge freezer would let them store food, budget, plan and eat healthily.
£200 needed for a tumble dryer
D is a single mum with two children. She is receiving Universal Credit and she receives Disability Living Allowance for her 4 year old child, who has autism. Her child with autism, has high sensory issues, which means she will only wear certain clothes. D finds it hard to dry her child's clothes in Autumn and Winter. She really struggled last winter when we had a lot of rain. We have a forecast for a very wet autumn and cold winter. She would greatly appreciate it if anyone could help donate towards a drier.
£200 needed for food, toiletries, clothing and shoes
This gentleman has been in the UK since he was a baby, but never been granted leave to remain. He has no recourse to public funds and is not allowed to work. He has been fighting deportation for many years and has served prison time due to this. He is really in need of some help with food and clothing, as he has no means to buy any and is relying on the Foodbank. Could you possibly help him with a voucher to help him get by whilst he seeks further advice on his right to remain in his home please
£200 needed for a trampoline
We are a family living in the UK with no family and limited support network, my husband and I work alternative days and shifts so one of us can care for our children. One of our two boys has severe learning difficulties and a high levels of needs. One thing that keeps him stimulated is a trampoline. We are trying hard to make ends meet but we have no disposable income. A trampoline would give our son a space where he can play and decompress.
£200 needed for bedroom furniture and a garden shed
This vulnerable gentleman is still being hounded by his abusive ex-partner; he has lost his home, his job and access to his young son and has now been re-homed in a new area. He is disabled and unable to work, so relying on his benefit only income. It has been costly starting over and he is already struggling with debts incurred mainly due to his ex. He is in need of some help with some storage for his new home, but unable to afford it himself. Could you possibly help him to buy a wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside table and a garden shed?
£200 needed for clothing and food
A lady who has been homeless for a long time is currently sofa surfing and trying her best to get through each day. She has lost a lot of weight and is struggling with the basics. She has no proper clothing and very little food, and she feels embarrassed and worn down by her situation. Any little help for clothing and food would make a huge difference and help her feel cared at a time when she feels very alone.