I am working with a 19 year old non-minor dependent. She recently moved into her own apartment. She is excited about her move and is motivated to increase her level of independence. She wants to earn a college degree and get a stable job. Unfortunately, her EBT benefits were unexpectedly discontinued, creating food insecurity in her home. While she will be receiving SILP funds, most of this funding will go towards her rent. Assistance with obtaining groceries are much appreciated as she plans to make adjustments to meet her needs in the long-term.

A child was recently removed from their home in St. John’s County and placed with a relative in Duval County. This child has experienced significant trauma and adversity at a young age. Although the placement required relocation to another county, it was determined to be the best option due to the relative’s familiarity with the child and their specific needs. The child has begun to outgrow their current bed, and the caregiver recently moved into a new home to better accommodate her family. A twin bed, mattress, and bedding are being requested to support this transition. The child has been adjusting well overall, and the caregiver has been highly cooperative in completing the necessary steps toward becoming licensed and receiving financial support for the child’s care.

A woman in Edina is looking for help washing 2 windows and a sliding door in her condo. Let me know if you can help!

This need is on behalf of grandmother who has custody of 2 grandchildren. The grandmother gained custody in 2021 when her daughter died of a drug overdose. At that time, the family became homeless, and the grandmother worked hard to regain housing, first in an income-based unit and then moving into a fair market rental. She also established and grew her own cleaning company. The family has been thriving for the last 4 years. The grandmother now has a new diagnosis of cancer (lymphoma) and is entering into an aggressive and complex course of treatment. She knows that she is facing at least 2 months of not being able to work. Her rent is $1,600. She has paid April and May rent, but is worried about paying June rent as her treatment has so severely impacted her ability to work. Her hours have been drastically cut. She does receive some social security income (survivor benefit) but it is not enough to keep up with all the bills. Compassion Coalition partnered with a member church to alleviate the burden for her utilities. At this time, we are looking for assistance with June 2025 rent in the amount of $1600.

Mom and child are residing in a shelter due to domestic violence. The child recently returned home to mom's care at the shelter. The child needs clothes, specifically pants and shorts, as he has grown out of his clothing. The child is 7 years old and wears a size 8.

ChatGPT said: Two weeks ago, a sweet nine-year-old girl’s life changed drastically when she witnessed her mother’s arrest and was removed from her home. Confused and heartbroken, she cried for her mom and was placed with a close family friend—her boxing coach—with nothing but the clothes on her back. Though she’s adjusting and remains a bright ray of sunshine, she continues to ask for her mom and worries about what they’ve lost.

She’s currently in elementary school and finds comfort in boxing, her favorite hobby. She travels to competitions, and it provides much-needed stability during this difficult time. Her most urgent needs are clothing and hygiene products. She wears girls' size 10/12 in shirts, jackets, pants, and spandex shorts, and girls' medium in socks, sports bras, and underwear. She also needs deodorant, shampoo, and body soap suitable for very sensitive skin (non-perfumed).

We’ve helped her get a few outfits, but she still needs more to finish the school year and enjoy her summer. She would be especially grateful for new tank tops, sport shorts, and hair ties to take with her to her next boxing competition in California this weekend. Any support would mean the world to her during this challenging time.

A community serving agency is in need of support for assisting in keeping families safe, when home is no longer safe, typically due to domestic violence situations. Often it is a quick decision that has to be made immediately, often late at night and when most shelters are full. I would love to prepare them for when things do happen, they are ready and have some support. Thanks in advance for helping!!

One of our foster families is in need of someone to fix a retaining wall. Please reach out if you have the skills and ability to do this!

One of our foster families is in need of help catching up on yard work. They're requesting help with weeds, gutters, and pressure washing. If you'd love to help with all or some of this, it would be a huge blessing!

Mother expecting 2nd child on 5/23. This child’s father is not involved, although has support from 1st child FOB. Both unemployed and without finances to put towards listed items. This mother was recently enrolled in our program for her 2nd child, although we did have her 5 years ago when her 1st child was born. Since our initial enrollment, this mother has shown much growth in her recovery and mental health. We have provided other resources in the community, although family has not been successful in obtaining these items. Any assistance available would be beneficial to this family- thank you!