South Tampa Fellowship

A foster family is going through some health challenges and a lot of stress. A meal would be a huge blessing for the family to give them a reprieve from the chaotic few weeks they have had. It is a family of 4 (two adults, two children). No allergies or preferences.

A 54-year-old woman whose life has been shaped by unrelenting hardship and quiet suffering, she wakes each day to the reality of multiple debilitating health conditions that have stolen so much of her independence. She shares her small, overcrowded apartment with her daughter, who also struggles with her own disabilities, and a tiny 4.5-pound chihuahua. She has endured four excruciating knee surgeries, each one chipping away at her ability to move, left permanently confined to a wheelchair. Tasks that others perform standing, reaching, dressing have become daily battles she can hardly bear. Even as her body has failed her, she has held onto her faith and a fragile determination to keep going. Recently, her suffering has grown even worse. A new surge of pain in her back led to an MRI, revealing further damage to her spine. Each movement brings agony. In the hurricane, she lost the one piece of furniture that gave her comfort and relief her lift chair, which allowed her to get up and out of her wheelchair without unbearable strain. Though someone has generously offered her a replacement chair, she has no way to pick it up or bring it home. She is now humbly asking for help, so she can have the simple dignity of rising from her chair without pain and perhaps reclaim the tiniest measure of comfort in a life marked by so much loss.

At this time, he is in his 60’ with two teenage children with disabilities. The father was previously homeless with the children and residing in the car with them around three years back. The father is able to maintain his rent but is needing assistance at this time. The leasing complex accepts payments online via their Domuso portal. Once the father submitted his $1,000 money order, it was shredded. The picture sent was not legible and therefore denied. As a result, the father is now behind $1,000 in his rent for the month of June. He is also now having to work towards being caught up for July. Please let us assist this father in preventing this family from becoming homeless again. The father is the only form of support for his two children, and they will have nowhere else to go.

A single mother of young children is actively seeking full-time employment to provide stability and support for her family. We are assisting her in this effort; however, she currently lacks the funds for transportation. To help her attend job interviews and eventually commute to work, we are requesting a gas card. She has a reliable vehicle and has been diligently searching for employment since May. This support will help her overcome a critical financial barrier and move toward self-sufficiency for herself and her children.

A 24-year-old man living with intellectual disabilities and legal blindness is in urgent need of a new mattress. His mother, who is also his full-time caregiver, shared that his ongoing incontinence issues have made it impossible to keep his current mattress clean. Despite her tireless efforts—scrubbing, flipping the mattress repeatedly, and using protective covers—she can no longer remove the deep-set stains or persistent odor. She expressed her frustration and heartbreak, saying she’s tried everything she can think of, but nothing works. The mattress, once comfortable, has become a source of distress. She wishes she could provide him with a waterproof mattress that would preserve his dignity and comfort, but those are financially out of reach. He currently sleeps on a queen-sized pillowtop mattress that helps ease his back pain. The box spring is still in excellent condition, wrapped in its original plastic. All he truly needs now is a clean, supportive, waterproof mattress—something his mother desperately wants for him, but simply cannot afford on her own.

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A single mother with three children (ages 3, 19, and 22) is in need of a bus pass to support her efforts to maintain stability for her family. The family recently lost their vehicle, which has made it difficult for the mother to get to and from work, attend medical appointments, and continue her job search.

Access to reliable transportation would greatly ease the family's daily challenges and support the mother in securing consistent employment. Most importantly, it would help ensure the youngest child can attend daycare and that the household remains stable while the family works toward long-term independence. Transportation assistance at this time would make a meaningful difference in the lives of all three children.

A single mother of three is seeking assistance to purchase orthopedic shoes for one of her children, who has been diagnosed with flat feet and is currently under the care of a podiatrist. This child has additional medical needs and frequent appointments, which has made it difficult for the mother to maintain employment at this time. In addition to the specialized shoes, the mother is also requesting support with clothing and footwear for her other two children. Providing these essentials would greatly ease the financial burden on this family and help ensure the children’s comfort and well-being. Any support would be deeply appreciated as this mother continues to care for her children’s health and daily needs. Note: All items can be found at Walmart which was used as a price reference. If you have any questions pleaser reach out.

A kinship caregiver is asking for any assistance with clothing for two children in her care. She is on a fixed income, trying to make ends meet when she took on two children in her family that needed her help. The caregiver reports the need for size 6/7 in clothing and size 12 shoes for the little boy and size 5/6 in clothing and 11 in shoes for the little girl. The caregivers are working multiple jobs to support the rising costs of caring for children that needed their help. They additionally will owe $245 for a Duke utility bill and although they have set aside the funds to support this bill, they are moving into a bigger place soon to support the two children they have taken in. Move in costs are rising and any help to support this family would be more than appreciated. Thank you for considering this family in your blessings and prayers.

We are requesting support for two siblings 6 (M) & 9 (M), who were recently placed in a foster care placement. To help provide a safe, comfortable, and organized environment, the family is in need of twin Bunk Beds and two (2) five-drawer dresser. These items will allow the children to have their own personal space for rest and storage, promoting stability and emotional well-being during this transitional period.

Any assistance is greatly appreciated.

The caregiver and her family are requesting assistance to cover the rest of her rental payment for this month. The caregiver received the placement of her nephew in February, however, has been struggling with his behavior at school which has caused her to miss out on work. The child has been kicked out from several daycares due to his behaviors, and the caregiver has had to miss work to pick him up and stay with him during the day. The child has a history of trauma which they are working through in therapy and with medications. The caregiver and the team are looking for services for the child to manage their behavior. The caregiver wants to keep the placement of her nephew but needs extra help due to the circumstances. The caregiver is currently receiving funding; however, it does not cover her total rent. The case manager was able to get funding for the child to attend a summer program, which would allow the caregiver to work fulltime without interruptions. The caregiver will be able to cover her future rent payments once the child is in summer care.

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!

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.