Saddleback Church (Lake Forest)

I am reaching out on behalf of a single mother with six children who is currently in need of support. The family was recently displaced from a room they had been renting and, thankfully, has now secured their own apartment. However, they are in need of essential household items to help make their new space livable and comfortable. Some of the immediate needs include: Microwave, Dining table, Pots and pans, Plates and utensils, Towels and blankets. Any assistance would be deeply appreciated and would make a meaningful difference for this resilient family as they work to rebuild their lives. Thank you for your time and consideration.

This is a resilient family of five who have faced significant housing instability throughout this school year. They have been forced to move four times, often living in doubled-up situations and renting single rooms from strangers. Despite these challenges, through determination and hard work, they have finally secured a home of their own. As they begin this new chapter, the family is in urgent need of several household items to help them settle in safely and comfortably. Their most immediate need is a baby gate to keep their twin toddlers safe. Additional items that would greatly help include a blender, a dining set, and plastic reusable drinking glasses. Any support or donations toward these essential items would make a meaningful difference for this family as they build stability and a sense of home. Thank you for your generosity and compassion.

We are reaching out on behalf of a dedicated teen mom who is doing everything she can to finish high school and build a better future for her and her baby. She is currently a senior, and despite the challenges she faces, she remains determined to graduate.

Right now, she is in urgent need of a travel car seat that can safely accommodate her growing baby, who weighs around 20 pounds. The car seat she currently has is too small, and the school-provided bus will not transport them without a properly sized seat. This has made it extremely difficult for her to attend school consistently.

In addition to the car seat, she could also use support with baby clothing. Her daughter is in need of size 18-24 month clothes. We are hoping to gather at least six outfits—shirts and pants or some cute matching sets—to help ease the burden on this young mom.

Any support would make a big difference in her journey. Thank you for considering her needs and helping us empower young parents to keep going despite the obstacles. In amazon : Graco Extend2Fit Kenzie, 2-in-1 Convertible Car Seat for Infants to Toddlers with Advanced Safety Features

Family of 5 has fallen behind on electricity bill. These parents have 3 young children and one of them has asthma and needs electricity to run a machine that helps his breathing. Edison has turned off the electricity, so the family is living without currently. They have fallen so behind the bill feels impossible for them to catch up. Any amount of the total bill would help them get it turned back on so the family can have a safe environment to live in and the child with asthma can use his breathing machine again.

If you are able to cover any amount of the bill, please let us know. Anything helps.

On April 3rd a family lost their home due to a fire which is currently under investigation. They lost everything. They were only able to grab a couple of clothes. They are currently in need of a couch. Anything will help this family get back on track.

Currently assisting a single mother with a 3-month-old baby boy who is struggling to make ends meet. She has a part-time job, but her income is not enough to cover basic necessities for her growing baby, including size 3 diapers, wipes, formula, and clothing. Additionally, her EBT benefits were reduced due to her employment, making it even more difficult to afford groceries. She's been relying on food banks, but the available canned goods are not always the healthiest option. A grocery gift card would be extremely helpful during this challenging time.

This is a formerly homeless family: a single mom with 5 children (3 in Alvord schools, one toddler, one baby). They have finally been able to find an affordable rental.  They are desperately in need of beds and have requested 3 twin bed frames/mattresses and also bedding (pillows, sheets, blankets). The 3 beds will be for two high school girls and one elementary-aged boy.

Family of 6 has been struggling due to loss of permanent housing, they lived in a hotel for almost a year. They just recently secured an apartment and a place to finally call home. Family needs bed frames for their mattress, sofa and a microwave. The parent feels this need being met will bring a feeling of safety and normalcy which will impact the school age child positively both emotionally and academically.