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
Partner in the Roanoke Community

Open Requests & Church Needs

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Help Strengthen a Bio Family
5
High Urgency Request
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
1 Responses
Kevin: Bedrock can pay the utility bill.
Bedrock Community Church. 2 days ago
Needs 1 Need / $160 to go!
Infant Car Seat
1 out of 1 items still needed
Utility Bill Assistance
$230 Met in full!
Utility Bill Assistance
$230 Met in full!
Utility Bill Assistance
$230 Met in full!
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
4
Normal Request
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
No Responses
Needs 9 Needs / $2930 to go!
Washer
1 out of 1 items still needed
Electric Dryer
1 out of 1 items still needed
Kitchen Table with Chairs
1 out of 1 items still needed
Bunk Bed Frame (Twin / Full)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Bed Frame (Queen)
2 out of 2 items still needed
Diapers & Wipes (see description for details)
2 out of 2 items still needed
Travel System (Car Seat & Stroller)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Pack-n-Play
1 out of 1 items still needed
Various Baby Supplies (see description for details)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Support an Expecting Mom and Her Unborn Baby
1
Normal Request
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
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $150 to go!
Various Baby Supplies (see description for details)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Reunify a Bio Family
1
Normal Request
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
No Responses
Needs 3 Needs / $575 to go!
Bed Frame (Full / Double)
1 out of 1 items still needed
Full / Double Box Spring
1 out of 1 items still needed
Full / Double Mattress
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
2
High Urgency Request
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
No Responses
Needs 3 Needs / $207 to go!
Diapers & Wipes (see description for details)
4 out of 4 items still needed
Various Baby Supplies (see description for details)
10 out of 10 items still needed
Various Baby Supplies (see description for details)
3 out of 3 items still needed
Help Prevent a Child From Entering Foster Care
2
High Urgency Request
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
No Responses
Needs 3 Needs / $285 to go!
Toddler Mattress
1 out of 1 items still needed
Toddler Bed Frame
1 out of 1 items still needed
Toddler Bed Sheets
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Prevent a Child From Entering Foster Care
2
High Urgency Request
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
1 Responses
Christy: Hello, I can help with some of the items. Please provide sizes. Thanks.
Parkway Church On The Mountain. 4 days ago
Needs 1 Need / $125 to go!
Clothes for a Child / Children (see description details)
5 out of 6 items still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
2
High Urgency Request
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
3 Responses
Meridith: I can provide funds for food.
Bedrock Community Church. 2 days ago
Kevin: There are resources made available from the community. We are taking the lead and working out the details.
Bedrock Community Church, Community Lead Church. 1 day ago
Kevin: Thank you Meredith!
Bedrock Community Church. 1 day ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Gift card - Food
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Well-being
3
High Urgency Request
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
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $100 to go!
Giftcard
$100 out of $100 still needed
Help Improve a Child's Well-being
2
High Urgency Request
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
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $100 to go!
clothing
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Improve a Child's Well-being
2
Normal Request
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.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24017 - County: Roanoke City - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #VA-Vision 30 - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $110
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $110 to go!
Car Insurance
$110 out of $110 still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
4
High Urgency Request
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
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $50 to go!
Gas Card
$50 out of $50 still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
2
Normal Request
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
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $100 to go!
Gas gift card
$100 out of $100 still needed
Help Reunify a Bio Family
3
High Urgency Request
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!
Location: Roanoke, VA 24012 - County: Roanoke - Children Served: 2 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #VA-Vision 30 - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $1715
2 Responses
Meredith: FCC sw can help with this request
Fellowship Community Church Southwest Campus. 6 days ago
Jessica: Spirit of Unity Baptist Church can help with some of the items listed on this request.
Spirit Of Unity Baptist Church. 5 days ago
Needs 3 Needs / $370 to go!
Dresser
1 out of 1 items still needed
Dresser
1 out of 1 items still needed
curtains
1 out of 1 items still needed
Bed Frame (Twin)
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Twin Box Spring
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Twin Mattress
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Twin Bed Sheets
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Pillow
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Twin / Full Comforter / Blanket
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Couch
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Microwave
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Kitchen Table with Chairs
1 Item(s) Met in full!
End Table
1 Item(s) Met in full!
End Table
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Cleaning Supplies (see description details)
1 Item(s) Met in full!
Help Prevent a Child From Entering Foster Care
2
High Urgency Request
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.
Location: Roanoke, VA 24013 - County: Roanoke City - Children Served: 1 - Adults Served: 1 - Agency: #VA-Vision 30 - Tier 1: Physical Needs - Estimated Value: $1000
1 Responses
Kim: CHS will donate the full $1000 amount if this is all that is needed. Has this price been given by a mechanic?
Church Of The Holy Spirit. 5 days ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Car Repairs
$1000 Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Well-being
4
Normal Request
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
1 Responses
Kim: CHS will provide the $1200 to help this mom
Church Of The Holy Spirit. 5 days ago
Needs 0 Needs / $0 to go!
Car parts
$1200 Met in full!
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
5
High Urgency Request
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
3 Responses
Reagan: I don’t know what to write here
Community Responder. 1 week ago
Michelle: There are resources made available from the community. We are taking the lead and working out the details.
Fellowship Community Church, Community Lead Church. 1 week ago
Michelle: Thank you for helping us fill this request!! - Michelle Warren Fellowship Community Church
Fellowship Community Church. 1 week ago
Needs 1 Need / $150 to go!
VISA GIFT CARD
$150 out of $150 still needed
Extermination
$300 Met in full!
Help Improve a Child's Well-being
5
Normal Request
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
No Responses
Needs 2 Needs / $988 to go!
Rent Assistance
$650 out of $650 still needed
Utility Bill Assistance
$338 out of $338 still needed
Help Improve a Child's Well-being
2
High Urgency Request
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
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $75 to go!
Gas Card
1 out of 1 items still needed
Help Strengthen a Bio Family
3
Normal Request
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
No Responses
Needs 1 Need / $150 to go!
Gas Card
1 out of 1 items still needed
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Response Team Stats

Responders
15
Responses
55
Requests met
45
Children served
90
Economic impact
$68,860