DCS is working with a single mother who has exhausted all resources to pay her overdue rent inherited from a paramour who is no longer living in the residence. The bill was left on the mother and the family is in danger of being evicted. The resources will ensure the family is able to stay together and begin working toward financial stability. The mother is trying her best, she has five children (2 young adult children and 3 minor children) COTC has agreed to pay half of the cost to help the family.

A foster family is just getting a newborn from the hospital, but needs a bit of help with formula, diapers, and wipes until WIC starts. Newborn diapers, formula preference will be communicated.

The child who is in the care of maternal grandmother (MGM). The MGM has been caring for her grandson since he was released from the hospital at birth due to drug exposure and positive toxicology. She had been able to manage with a bassinet type bed for the baby, but he has begun rolling and grabbing and has outgrown the bed. The child was recently designated as a Regional Center client and caregiver is in the process of scheduling his therapy appointments, which will be 2-3 times per week. Caregiver is not currently employed, to ensure that she can give her full attention and commitment to caring for child and give him the best chance possible to recover from the side effects and delays that have been caused by the trauma of his experienced. Any support with assisting the grandmother with getting the baby a crib and mattress would be appreciated. CRIB LINK: Go To Link

We have an Afghan refugee family arrived here from Pakistan a month ago. Mom is pregnant and due in Sometime in June (we don't know the exact due date or baby's gender because she hasn't had an ultrasound yet). They are living with their relatives right now in Federal way and they don't have any baby items. Their immediate need for baby is a car seat and a pack and play. We provide some essentials items like clothes and diapers but they will need more in future. They also have a 7 yo daughter which unfortunately we couldn't help with clothes and shoes due to the age limitation of our program. Here are some suggestions for the needed items: Car seat: Go To Link Pack n play: Go To Link

DHS is working with a family who is struggling financially. They are behind on utilities by approximately $1000. They are requesting visa gift cards to help them cover other expenses while they catch up on the utility bill. Anything helps. Thanks!

I am requesting assistance with rent for a single mother of three children. Mom is currently seeking work, but having difficulties finding a job due to not having daycare. Mom is a single mother (F-33 years old) of three children (F-12 years old, F-9 years old, M-2 years old), and is worried about not being able to pay rent and becoming homeless with her children.

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!