Grace Family Church

We are currently working with a mom of a 15 year old girl. She's going through a tough time financially. She has a job and is normally able to make ends meet but with unexpected expenses she's in a tough spot. Currently her greatest need is help with groceries just to alleviate some of the financial strain they are going through.

4. Description of Request: Mother is the sole caretaker for both of her children. Mom has a stable job and is working towards getting a second job currently. If the family could receive $300 to put towards a hotel stay, it would ensure that mom and the children would have a safe place to stay for the next two days while they search for their new home.

A struggling single mother and 4 year old child are currently homeless after an incident took place in which displaced them from their home. The mother has no phone to contact relatives up north to discuss relocation. Our agency is taking the lead on helping with flights to get them back to their supports once she has reliable communication to make the arrangements. A government, prepaid minutes phone would suffice. Just enough to get her through a couple weeks of communication. She is unable to work as the father is no longer in the picture and she cannot work without childcare. I am able to assist in meeting with anyone who is able to fulfill this request to meet with mom as she is not housed currently and she does not have a means to contact if it were to be picked up. Thank you for considering this family. A prayer for peace and uplifting would be so helpful to her as well.

Two struggling, working parents with a 6 month old child are trying to stabilize in a hotel before they can move into an affordable housing option next month. They are both working, working opposite schedules to allow for childcare for their son. They are waiting on a paycheck from their employer tonight, which will help pay for a few nights. Any assistance with a night or two in a hotel and some food for the family would be helpful to get them to their next housing placement. The father is so grateful for the help our agency has provided and does not want to ask for more help but he feels this could get them into a better place financially so they can move into an apartment next month. Thank you for considering helping this sweet couple on their new journey as parents.

The client is a single mother with a 17-year-old son. The mother has been battling cancer at a severe stage. The child was planning on going to job corp to finish his GED and get a degree in a trade but that was shut down. He now is going to school, but he is having a hard time getting there. His mother has no transportation and does not leave the house much unless it is for doctor’s appointment. They have a bus station in front of their apartment. A bus pass would alleviate the cost of transportation, and it would allow the child to get an education. The mother is unsure how much longer she will be around and is trying her best to make sure her son has the means to care for himself. Thank you!

We are requesting support for three siblings: 11 (M) 9 (M) 7 (M), who are currently experiencing their first summer in care. We would like to provide them with a meaningful and enriching summer experience through participation in a week-long local church camp (Lithia, FL), martial arts classes and Bible Study.

This opportunity would give the children a safe and nurturing environment to build friendships, develop new skills, grow spiritually and have fun during the summer months.

Breakdown: Church Camp (a week)

• cost: $60.00 per child

Martial Arts Program:

• Monthly cost of $30.00 per child

Bible Study Yearly Membership:

• Annual fee of $30.00 per child

Total Request = $360.00

The youth is placed with her older sister so the youth may be in a family placement outside of foster care. The family just moved into a home of their own, and the youth has her own bedroom. The caregiver needs assistance with paying her rent this month due to unexpected circumstances that caused her to miss days of work. If the caregiver receives assistance, she will not be behind on her rent and face additional late fees.

The caregiver is a father to three young children. He is a non-offending father who has taken his children full time after they were removed from their mother. This father has shown a deep commitment to making his children feel safe and comfortable in his home. He is doing everything he can to make ends meet and provide a loving environment for his family. To create an environment where the children feel settled and comfortable, they will need Trundle Bunk Bed, 3 twin mattresses, 3 sheet sets, 3 comforters, 3 pillows. Bed rail. Now, they have another sleeping arraignment that is not adequate for long term use. This may seem like a small request, but for this family, it represents stability, structure, and safety. It would give the children a sense of security and support for the father who is doing everything to be a supportive caregiver.

The caregiver is a father to three young children. He is a non-offending father who has taken his children full time after they were removed from their mother. This father has shown a deep commitment to making his children feel safe and comfortable in his home. He is doing everything he can to make ends meet and provide a loving environment for his family. To create an environment where the children feel settled and comfortable, they will need Trundle Bunk Bed, 3 twin mattresses, 3 sheet sets, 3 comforters, 3 pillows. Bed rail. Now, they have another sleeping arraignment that is not adequate for long term use. This may seem like a small request, but for this family, it represents stability, structure, and safety. It would give the children a sense of security and support for the father who is doing everything to be a supportive caregiver.

A grandma is guardian of her 3 grandkids and is currently having a hard time financially. She said that they are in need of 2 new tires for their vehicle. If they were to get the 2 fresh tires then the grandma would be able to effectively provide transportation for the children. For reference her tire size is 225.60.16. If you can assist with a resource connection or the tires to aid in the transportation of the minor children, this caregiver would be so incredibly grateful.

A grandfather is raising his two grandsons and is actively pursuing full custody of the children through family court. The grandfather receives no help from the father of the children and the grandfather does not want to ask for help. He is humble, faithful and fighting so hard for his health and the children who so desperately need him and the stability he provides to their life. He is living off of a fixed income and hoping to get to Boston MA soon where his supports are but he cannot go until custody is granted. The grandfather remains so positive during trying times and always keeps a smile on his face. He has an upcoming electric bill that assistance in paying would be helpful, although he does not want to ask for the assistance. The children are in 4T-5T pull ups and go through these quickly. One of the children has to drink a lot of Pediasure drinks and all of his SNAP benefits go towards this and nothing else. If anything, this grandfather would greatly benefit from a community to surround him, pray for him and uplift him. He has become hopeless at times during this process, but he never stops smiling for these two young boys. He is a deserving man of any support and love that can be provided. Thank you for considering this wonderful family for your prayers and support.

After two years, five siblings: 9(F) 11(M) 11(M) 13(F) & 15(M) are finally being reunited with their parents. The parents have diligently fulfilled all components of their case plan, including improving their parenting skills and resolving safety concerns, demonstrating consistent stability and readiness for reunification

As part of these efforts, they have secured a stable new three-bedroom home to accommodate all five children, effectively addressing the core housing requirement for the transition. However, the family faces a significant barrier: they lack the necessary funds to furnish the home. Specifically, they need five sets of beds, mattresses, and comforters for the children’s bedrooms. This a vital step in the reunification process.

Providing these essentials will create a safe, comfortable environment conducive to overnight stays and will remove the last material barrier to reunification. The goal is to support the emotional and physical well-being of the children, ensuring a smoother transition back into their family home. 1 bunk bed in the color black - Go To Link - $270.18 3 bed frames in the color black - Go To Link -(57.48 each) 5 mattresses - Go To Link -(80.69 each) 3 packs of pillows - Go To Link -($18.99 for a two pack) 3 comforter denim blue - Go To Link -(44.99 each) 2 comforter aqua - Go To Link - (44.99 each) 2 dressers pure black - Go To Link -(34.99 each)