Family of 5 needs help bridging some gaps this summer!

Mom is disabled after a bout of long-covid and also recently lost her job. Family is struggling to make ends meet on a single income. They need groceries and gas for their car. As mom is disabled, she is dependent on her car to get the kids to camp and to appointments. 3 kids: ages 6, 10 and 14 are also in need of shoes, clothes and supplies for the coming summer and school year.

Clothes needed: For 14 year old boy: two hoodies, men's M or L; plain white or black t-shirts, Men's M; athletic pants/joggers/wind pants, men's M. Shoes: hiking/waterproof boots and gym shoes, Men's 11.

For 10 year old: Gym shoes women's 8.5/9 or men's 7.5/8

The 10 year old also needs a contigo-style water bottle. The child has sensory needs and needs a water bottle with a covered/retractible straw.

7-year-old little boy lost his mother in a tragedy last week and is now living with his father. the father is needing help with purchasing a bunk bed, mattress, and bedding. The father was off for some time this month due to him being in an accident. He is now having take additional time off to be with this son.

The wonderful relative caregivers have placement of their 5 year old granddaughter. The family is on a fixed income and has not started to receive funding at this time for the youth. The family has asked for assistance obtaining a swimsuit and summer clothes (shorts and shirts) for the youth. Any help is greatly appreciated! Size 5 All colors

Here's a concise summary of your request:

A transitional-age youth who is reuniting with her birth family after aging out of foster care is in urgent need of household support. As they prepare to move in together, they require six beds to ensure a safe and stable sleeping arrangement for the family. Additionally, other essential household supplies are needed to facilitate a smooth transition and create a comfortable living environment. Assistance in securing these items would greatly support their reunification process and provide a strong foundation for their new chapter together.

The Department is currently assisting a family with three children. The family could benefit from the following:

• one full size mattress

A single mom in Cannon Falls is requesting assistance to replace a window in her trailer home. She already has a new window to install.

Mom has a child on the spectrum, so it is hard to find good day care. She is home with the kids until she can get services. That being the case, a kitchen table will help for the family's meals and for the kids to sit at and do activities. It will help the apartment to feel more like home. ALL THE ITEMS NEEDED ARE AVAILABLE FROM RISE CHURCH CP INVENTORY. NO FURTHER DONATIONS ARE NEEDED.

A lady in a senior housing complex is in need of furniture and dishes for her apartment. She only has a bed and a tv. She is in need of dishes, sofa, table with chairs.

A mom at the apartments where we serve is in need of a bed. She has been having major issues with her back due to sleeping on her sofa. She does not work and cares for her disabled son. She is in need of a bed and dresser. Anything you can do to assist will be greatly appreciated.

A member of our church is in need of assistance with his family's utility bill. This family has 6 children all under the age of 12. Both parents are employed and hardworking. Meeting this need will help alleviate this church family from this financial burden!