I have a single mom with a 1 year old child. They are currently co-sleeping due to mom not having a toddler mattress for her son. Mom has a bed for him just doesn't have a mattress. Mom could use a set of sheets for the bed as well. There are dangers in co-sleeping. Mom's bed is also very tall and if he rolls off of the bed he could be injured. A toddler mattress will help ensure that the child has a safe sleep environment and reduce risks of injury. Thank you!

The mother to four children is struggling with mental health issues and she is not able to care for her children. Their grandfather has agreed to take them into his home and become a foster parent to keep them out of the system and not be separated. One of the children has Autism and this is allowing him to stay out of a facilty. Please help him to be able to care for the children and keep them together!!

THANKS SO MUCH!!!

Hello, We have a family of 3 that is currently going through a very difficult time. The mother is currently staying at a homeless shelter with her daughter of 12 and a younger sibling. She currently has a very limited income due to lack of work and they are unable to find adequate housing and consistent availability of affordable food. We are requesting a $500 grocery card for the family to at least be able to purchase food for a period of time. Additionally, any resources regarding how we can help the family would be greatly appreciated. This would help family utilize funds to continue to survive while we explore solutions. Thank You for reading and may you all be blessed for your assistance.

Christian Heritage's Beyond Prison program has been working with this family for over a year. The father is in prison and the mother is disabled and unable to work. The mother and child live on mom's disability which does not stretch far enough each month. Currently they have a disconnect notice on their Black Hills (gas) account. The $183.09 would prevent the disconnection from happening. They are behind by $354. This family works very hard trying to meet their needs in a frugal manner, but are not able to pay this disconnect notice. Thank you for seeing how you can help this mom and her grade school child!

This family of 5 is in need of a convertable car seat to accommodate their growing 14 month old daughter. She has an infant car seat that she is quickly outgrowing. Our sweet mom is in neat of this carseat to continue transporting her daughter safely.

Family is being reunited and has a new home. Working on gathering things to make it feel more like a home and help them get back on their feet. Starting with the beds. I have a full size bed for mom, but looking for twin size beds for each of the two boys. Mom has asked for pillows and I would love to find them bedding as well. Boys are into Pokemon and Sonic the Hedgehog but anything blue would work.

A single mother who is the full-time caregiver for her disabled daughter is struggling to pay her rent after her monthly payment went up. She has starting driving for DoorDash and is looking for other ways to earn income while caring for her child, but she has gotten behind. She needs $262 by May2nd to avoid eviction. Please consider helping this family.

Our church is working together with a family who was recently homeless and is getting back on their feet. For years they have been deeply invested in serving our community. The mother has been a constant source of support, providing food and childcare assistance to local churches, always giving selflessly to others.

We are asking for support to help this family thrive with groceries, summer clothes and shoes for the children, toiletries, laundry detergent, and a gas card. Please consider supporting this family.

WE ARE ENTERING THIS REQUEST IN SUPPORT OF A FAMILY AT MT. ZION CHURCH, AND WILL BE GRATEFUL FOR ANY SUPPORT AND PARTNERSHIP FROM AREA CHURCHES

Here is the story from Mt. Zion:

This request supports a family of 5, including multiple children and a mother who recently delivered a baby via emergency C-section. Due to complications during delivery (e.g., including significant blood loss), the mother faces an extended recovery period. Without paid family leave, this has created financial strain on the household, leaving them approximately two months behind on rent.

This family would be grateful for alternative forms of support so they can redirect their limited funds toward housing.

Immediate needs (with weekly spending on each item) are as follows:

• Groceries - $250
• Gas - $100
• Formula - $50
• Baby Essentials - $50
• Household Essentials - $50

We would like to support this family for 2 weeks worth of expenses, which is reflected in the itemized needs. Thank you for your support!

We are excited to announce that Center Church is collecting items to stock our newly opened Care Closet. Our goal is to provide emergency supplies to families in need right here in City Heights and the surrounding areas.

We are in need of the following items: 25 Twin Bedsheets 10 Standard Pillows 10 Boxes of Diapers 10 Boxes of Baby Wipes 10 Boxes of Ninjamas/Goodnights Kids Clothing (Ages 0-10yrs)