The Global Orphan Project

A teen girl is the oldest of 8 siblings. Her mother got admitted to a substance residential treatment 6 months ago, and is currently there. The teen is with her maternal grandmother. The grandmother is doing her best providing for the children she has in her custody, however, not enough to purchase a laptop for the teen girl. She is 17 years old, and failing in her academics. She only has 2 high school credits as an incoming senior. For months now, she stopped going to school, and is facing discharge from Broward County School Board. As of last month, there has been a shift in her behavior, thanks to The Education attorney, assigned to the case. They have assisted her in getting a job a Publix, and started working on her GED. The teen has completed Math, Reading, and science GED Prep test on the attorney's computer, however, she will need her own laptop for the course. The teen has proven herself to wanting to get serious about her future. She realized that she will not get a high school diploma due to lack of credits, and getting her GED while the case is open is her last chance to succeed before she turns 18. Assistance with a laptop will change the trajectory of this teens life and confidence.

We have a disabled mom, her partner and their 3 children (17,15,4) that are facing a temporary financial setback. Their monthly income consists of disability benefits for mom and her partner's employment, but due to their only vehicle breaking down and the cost of repairs that has exceeded their budget, they are now short on rent. Unfortunately, the landlord will not help them and has given them a 3 day eviction notice. They only have a portion of their rent and are in need of an additional $817. THey have 2 days left to come up with the funds. Please pray for this family and if you can assist in any way please let me know.

Help a mom faced with an unexpected unplanned pregnancy. Mom is currently 30 weeks pregnant and is not working at the moment. She is in need of a car seat only and is spanish speaking.

I have a family that I have been working with who is currently staying at a motel. Both parents are working, and they have been approved for an apartment. The apartment is not available until 08/01/2025. We are asking to see if we can help this family out with their stay at the hotel so they can save money for their deposit. Once this need is met, the family will be able to move them and their two children into their new apartment where the children will have their own rooms to feel safe and comfortable in.

I am requesting assistance on behalf of a single mother experiencing homelessness. She is working hard to care for her children during this challenging time. I am reaching out to kindly request assistance with a 60-day bus pass, as reliable transportation is essential for attending appointments, accessing community resources, and taking the children to and from summer camp. Additionally, this mom and children are in need of basic personal hygiene items to help maintain dignity and health. With your help with these basic needs, they will experience less stress and worry over keeping themselves clean and healthy. Any support you can offer, whether through direct assistance or other services, would be deeply appreciated. Thank you for your time, understanding, and the great work that you do for our community. The cost for the hygiene products was obtained using Go To Link

This family is in need of cleaning services to help get a handle on getting the home cleaned and helping with laundry and getting it put away. Parents for the children are receiving services for substance use and are not able to care for the children in a safe manner. Grandma has stepped in and is taking care of them.

There are 4 kids in this home, 3 are siblings and 1 is a cousin. Grandma is taking care of all 4 of them at this time. They have recently moved into this home and have fallen behind on keeping it clean and uncluttered. Grandma is very overwhelmed with all 4. Ages are from 6 months to 7 years old. CD has helped with some laundry and getting laundry soap and getting a few loads washed and dried. Case management has reached out to Hot Mess Moms, but they are not currently taking applications. Community Action of Greater Kansas City has also been contacted. Grandma has recently stopped working in order to care for her grandkids. Daycare is being looked at with help from CD. This family is very kind and accepting of help.

This family is in urgent need of help with construction materials and, if possible, labor after their home was flooded by rains and flash-flooding in June. This family has been working on their home since June, taking out damaged flooring, cabinets, and drywall. This family is facing a daunting recovery process with their four young children (ages 3 months to 7 years). Adding to their challenges, the mother and two of her children suffer from hemophilia, a rare bleeding disorder requiring extensive medical attention and costly treatment. It is important to help this family fix their home to avoid molding issues, which could impact everyone's health. Thank you.

The father is presently in the 32nd Judicial Treatment Court Program. He recently began communicating with his three children, ages 16, 13 and 11. The biggest issue at this time is that he does not have a phone. He can only contact his children when allowed to use another person phone. I am requesting that CarePortal assist this father with obtaining a phone, this is the only way he can communicate with his children on a regular basis and rebuild the relationship. It is also the only way he can continue to participate in the Treatment Court Program.

Unemployed single mother of two children in the Bronx is going through a financial challenge. She has been out of work for some time due to her medical condition. Her children are both dealing with various medical complications of their own and their home is very hot due to the warm temperatures outside. She does not have the funds at the moment to purchase an AC unit for the home, if this is something that the care portal team can help with, it would be greatly appreciated.

A grandmother has been caring for her infant granddaughter since she was released from the NICU and has been struggling to make ends meet since then. The baby recently celebrated her first birthday and is close to graduating from her special needs program!

Grandmother's washer recently started acting up and she does not have the money to cover the repairs, as her car is already needing work done. With infant clothes and toys constantly needing washed, this grandmother is in need of repairs as soon as possible to continue to care for her granddaughter. A local appliance repairman has estimated the cost of fixing (including service fees) to be around $120. We are asking for financial assistance to pay the invoice once repairs are completed.

Grandmother and child live in Harrisonville, we expect that the invoice can be paid over the phone.

A 17-year-old recently received her own bedroom and is looking to make it her own! She has a bed and vanity but is looking for a tall dresser, a vanity stool, pink and/or white curtains, and some LED lights. She loves the colors pink and white and would love these items in those colors. Thank you for helping her create her safe space!

THIS REQUEST IS PART OF THE BACK-TO-SCHOOL INITIATIVE. Homestead Middle School is collecting backpacks and essential school supplies to help children in need start the school year with confidence and dignity. Your support can remove a barrier to learning and help ensure every child is equipped to succeed. Please consider donating a backpack filled with supplies to make a direct impact this school year. Together, we can make sure no child is left behind.