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Spirit Of Unity Baptist Church - View Details
Spirit Of Unity Baptist Church
193 Updike Lane 193 Updike Lane, Cloverdale, Virginia 24019
Team Leader(s) Herb Belton, Jessica Arrington, Tina Bratton, Leslee Tucker-MOore
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The family is looking to connect with a church and seek assistance with an electric bill. The family was on a payment arrangement through the electric company. The father of the home switched jobs and was paid on 06/01/2023 however the electric bill was due on 05/30/2023. Due to the lapse of time and the strictness of the payment arrangement, the electric company reinstated the full amount and a total of $688.32 needs to be paid in full before 06/13/2023 to avoid total disconnection. The family has worked hard to lower their balance and paid over $200.00 a month thus far, so this setback has been very discouraging for them.
There are 2 children in home (male) age 6 and (male) age 2. The mother is also pregnant & due in 3 weeks. The mother is very stressed due to the current situation.
The request has been broken down into $230.00 increments so that several churches can work together to possibly meet this need.
The family is also seeking an infant car seat so that all children and safety seats can fit within the car.
Location: Thaxton, VA 24174-County:Bedford-Children Served: 3-Adults Served: 2-Agency: #VA-Bedford County DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$850
Family needs assistance with furniture, dining table with chairs, 1 queen bunk bed, 1 king and queen bed frames, mattresses and if possible, washer and dryer. They are currently sleeping on air mattresses. Family moved down to Virginia and father is the only one currently working. They have a baby in the NICU due to being a premature baby at 30 weeks. Mother is actively looking for a job in HR but has been hard to find one. Family also needs baby items as crib, swing, pack n play, wipes, diapers size 1, stroller and baby boy clothes 0-3 to 3-6 months. Family is financially struggling and could use some help from the community. The baby will need an apnea monitor once he is discharged from the hospital.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 2-Adults Served: 2-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$2930
A youth (age 16) on my caseload just gave birth to her first child. She has almost everything she needs for the baby, except for a swaying swing. Having the swing would be very helpful for her. Any assistance with this would be greatly appreciated! Thank you for your consideration!
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$150
The child will be returning home to her parents at the end of July and her mom is in need of a bed for the 15-year-old child. Mother was previously living in a shelter and has recently got housing to gain custody of her child back.
Location: Clifton Forge, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$575
Maternal aunt is currently taking care of 2 of her nephews, ages 11 months and 2 years old, while the mother is working on completing services that are required of her. Maternal aunt has taken on part of the financial responsibility that comes with taking care of the children and ensuring their well-being. Maternal aunt would greatly appreciate any help with size 8 diapers, 4T-5T pull-ups, wipes, bibs, and baby food. Thank you in advance.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24017-County:Roanoke City-Children Served: 2-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$207
Mom is a single mother who cares for her four children. She works full time and is having a hard time making ends meet. She is requesting a toddler bed for one of her children who just turned 3 years old. Please contact worker for more information.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 1-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$285
Child resides with dad who is a single father. Child just recently was placed with dad from living with mom. When child left moms residence, mom threw away all of child's belongings instead of giving them to the child. Dad is in the process of finding permanent housing and a job. Child is in need of shoes, socks, underwear and t shirts. Please contact worker for more information.
Location: Vinton, VA 24179-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 1-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$150
Please consider helping a single mother with some groceries. The family is running low on food and do not receive their food stamps for several days. The family would appreciate a Walmart or Kroger gift card.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 1-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$100
Please consider helping a grandmother who is caring for her two grandchildren at this time with some groceries. She is currently struggling financially and could use the extra support. She typically shops at Kroger for groceries.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 2-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$100
Please consider helping a grandmother with providing some clothes for her grandchildren. The children are currently placed out of the home and with the grandmother. The female child needs spring/ summer clothes size 10-12 while the male needs spring/summer clothes size 10.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 2-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$100
Survivor of DV and her child are trying to regain confidence and work towards bettering their future. Mother just gained employment needs insurance for vehicle to provide needed transportation for child back and forth to childcare and employment purposes.
Mother of 3 is need of financial assistance with gas and is trying to balance her financial income for bills and groceries but struggles from time to time with having enough funds to put gas in her car, in order to get to and from work as well as transporting her children places. Mother would be appreciative of any help. Thank you in advance.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24015-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 3-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$50
JG is currently placed in a group home in Richmond, VA. His mother lives in Roanoke, Va. His mother is in need of assistance with paying for gas in order to travel to see him. She is able to have weekend visits with him. Thank you for your consideration!
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 1-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$100
Veteran was recently housed from homelessness and has little to no furniture in the home. His children have been living outside the home while he gained housing and employment but can move back in when he is settled in his apartment. Any donations would be a great help!
Single mom is a veteran and working to get back on her feet. She drives to Lynchburg for work and has been unable to work due to her car breaking down. Her car was towed, and she cannot afford to fix it. The car needs 02 sensor, alternator and headlight.
Care portal a couple of months ago helped one of my clients obtain furniture for herself as she transitioned to her new home. Single mother provides for her newborn, her nephew who has special needs, and also takes care of her niece. Mom is in charge of taking all the children to their appointments and running her own errands. Mom's car recently broke down and she now has to rely on everyone else's schedule. Mom has a 2007 Hyundai Azera, and needs help fixing car breaks, tune up, Struts and a catalytic converter. Mom is working with P &M auto mechanic got a quote for over $1200 for everything and I would love for this mom to get any help she can get, because she is doing all she can for these children. ANY help would be appreciated.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24017-County:Roanoke City-Children Served: 3-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$1200
This request is for a single mother of 4. The children range from ages 5-14. The 5-year-old has Autism and the mother is in need of supplies for the home to assist with safety such as door alarms, another baby gate stronger hooks for her cabinets, and fridge. The child’s ABA provider her with some recommendations of items that would be beneficial for the child/family in order to maintain safety due to his impulsiveness and obsession with wanting to get into everything. The mother wants to ensure her home is a safe place requires taking precautions in almost every room. Lastly, the house hold is in need of an extermination for roaches. Any assistance for this family would be greatly appreciated. Updated on May 22, 2023 by an Agency Worker This family is also in need of a convertible car seat for the 5 year old.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24017-County:Roanoke City-Children Served: 4-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$450
Grandmother has custody of her three grandchildren. Her previous landlord sold the home they were living in and they had to move within 30 days. Her current landlord refuses to fix things and Code Enforcement is involved. She has found another property to rent, but can not afford both the first months rent and deposit, as this totals $2600.00. She has also indicated her AEP bill is behind by $338.00 that must be paid in order to get power at the new address. She would benefit from some assistance.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 3-Adults Served: 2-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$988
Mother is a single parent who just became aware her young daughter was abused by someone she trusted. Her daughter also became ill around the same time and she had to take unpaid time off work. She is trying to catch up on everything while also cooperating with a CPS and Criminal Investigation and navigating the services she and her daughter need. She has expressed she would benefit from "gas money".
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 1-Adults Served: 1-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$75
I have a youth (TR) who is currently placed in a group home in Richmond VA. The youth has been in Foster Care since October of 2022 and has not been able to see her family members. Her family members really want to go visit her but do not have enough money to buy gas to get to Richmond and back. I am asking for a gas gift card to assist the family in visiting with TR.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012-County:Roanoke-Children Served: 1-Adults Served: 2-Agency: #VA-Roanoke City DSS-Tier 1: Physical Needs-Estimated Value:$150
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15
Responses
55
Requests met
45
Children served
90
Economic impact
$68,860
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