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Help Strengthen a Bio Family
DFCS is working with a family with three children, and a single mother. She has secured housing, and has been making it work with two children sleeping on an air mattress and one on the couch. The air mattress has a hole in it, and has deflated. The family really needs two twin-sized beds for two sleeping in the bedroom. The other child is okay to sleep on the couch for now. The family will need bedding (sheets, pillows, comforters) for both. This is a girls room with a second grader and a high schooler. The family is also struggling making ends meet, and could use gas cards to use to drive one child back and forth to school, as bussing is not an option in her case. Thank you!
Dawsonville, Georgia • 30534
$435.00 still needed
3 Children
1 Adult
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Help Prevent a Child From Entering Foster Care
1 child, male, 14 years old Walmart Gift Card This child's Mother is currently incarcerated and financially unable to meet the child's basic needs while being in jail. The child has no Father. The child's roommates have agreed to provide the child with basic needs, supervision, and protection/safety until Mother is released or alternative arrangements are made for Mother. The child's roommates need help financially with groceries and clothes as the child is a growing teenage boy. The child only has one pair of pants for school. This will help prevent further DHS involvement at this time.
Colorado Springs, Colorado • 80910
$325.00 still needed
1 Child
3 Adults
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Help Improve a Child's Safety/Wellbeing
A single mother to 3 boys is hoping for some assistance with her utilities and potentially a car repair. Between Thanksgiving to now, they have been ill several times with COVID and influenza. As a result, this momma was missing work for weeks at a time as the illnesses moved through all of the family. Once they finally got healthy, their car was stolen, so this mom had no way to bring the kids to school or get to work. Her car has been returned, but it now has an oil leak that she could use support getting repaired. She has not gotten any estimates yet, as she had to fix her roof first. The water bill is very high because there was a leak that her landlord delayed fixing. She has received a leak adjustment, but the bill is still extremely high. This family accesses social services through the county and receives childcare subsidy. The Playing Field added the child to our bus route so he could attend day care. Now that mom is going back to work, she is unable to get home in time to get him off of the bus, so she needs her car to work reliably. The Playing Field has also provided gas cards, diapers, and food. This momma said, "I know this is a lot to ask for, and I do not expect help with it all, and I am grateful for any support!"
Madison, Wisconsin • 53704
$5,333.00 still needed
12 Children
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Help Improve a Child's Wellbeing
A mother has three children and is in a domestic violence relationship where she is experiencing ongoing financial and emotional abuse. She is working on leaving her husband and getting her own place, but is struggling, as he is withholding money from her and she can only work part-time, as she is the only parent providing before and after school care for her kids (such as getting them to gymnastics, cooking dinner, etc). She is working on stocking up on daily needs for when she does move out, and any gift cards would be very appreciated.
Aurora, Colorado • 80012
$300.00 still needed
3 Children
1 Adult
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Help Strengthen a Bio Family
The family consists of mother, father and 2 (10 year old) autistic twins. The school called in a referral as the school thought the mother was neglecting the children by having them wear smaller size clothing however the parents have been unable to purchase new clothes for the children due to the limited income. The parents struggle to make ends meet and are under financial stress. Mother expresses difficulties in supporting the twins. Mother states they do not have the means to purchase clothes for the twins who are growing too fast. Assistance is currently being sought to help purchase clothes for the children along with an autism sensory weighted blanket to help with sleep. Clothing size for 13-14 years old male, two weighted blankets (10 pounds, twin size).
Hacienda Heights, California • 91745
$680.00 still needed
2 Children
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Help Improve a Child's Wellbeing
An older brother is kinship caregiving for his two younger siblings and is in need of some hard good support. The caregiver has worked hard to stabilize the children joining his home. He recently got the children enrolled in school and they will begin after spring break. The caregiver is in need of some clothing to prepare the children for their return to school. He has shared that they came to his home with pajamas and clothing with lots of wear and tear. They are also currently wearing shoes that are too small and falling a part. He would greatly benefit from some financial assistance or some gift cards to take the children shopping for appropriate clothing and shoes that will fit them currently with some more room to grow.
Cincinnati, Ohio • 45231
$100.00 still needed
2 Children
2 Adults
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Help Support a Youth Aging Out
We have a 19 year old former foster youth, who is considered a Non Minor Dependent (NMD) participating in our Transitional Housing Program. She is a Parent of a two year old son. This NMD Is Trying to complete her HS diploma, She is a former CSEC youth, that is in the process of Updating her childs BC so she is not able to obtain child care through the county until this process is complete. We do not have an exact time line but 3-4 months is the window. We are looking for daycare services or a service that is willing to sponsor her daycare cost until she is able to recitify the BC and apply through EOC or the county. Her School days will be M-F from 8am-2:30pm. So she would need all day services. Any assistance she can utilize will be extremly helpful and contribute to the long term success of the NMD and her Son.
Fresno, California • 93711
$300.00 still needed
1 Child
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Help Strengthen a Bio Family
AGAPE is assisting a birth mother of 7 children. She recently lost her transportation and is need of a van to allow her to transport all her children to from school, work, etc. AGAPE located a vehicle, and the total cost is $23,000. Any money that can go towards this purchase would be a blessing to this mother.
Nashville, Tennessee • 37204
$20,000.00 still needed
7 Children
1 Adult
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Help Remove an Educational Barrier for a Child
I am reaching out to request assistance for a student who is currently unable to participate in PE due to not having a pair of tennis shoes. The student is a size 6 in women’s shoes and is passionate about participating in physical education, but unfortunately, the cost of purchasing shoes is not within their current budget. As a result, they are missing out on PE class daily. In addition, the student could benefit from some personal care items to help them feel more comfortable at school. A care bag containing deodorant, a toothbrush, toothpaste, a hairbrush, ponytail holders, and dry shampoo would greatly support the student, especially on days when these items are needed. Any help or donations towards providing these essentials for the student would be deeply appreciated. Thank you for your support in ensuring this student has the opportunity to fully participate in PE and feel confident and comfortable at school.
Saint Louis, Missouri • 63123 • Elevation Ministries STL
$0.00 still needed
2 Children
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Help Remove an Educational Barrier for a Child
An amazing athlete, senior student with good grades and attendance recently lost his mother on 3/26/25 due to cancer and his aunt decided to step in and help out with the two boys. The aunt is making sure the students get to school, however, they need assistance with food and senior activities. The senior student will be participating in the senior prom and will need assistance with a tuxedo since the family will be in a financial hardship due to funeral expenses. They were in communication with a vendor from Moreno Valley (Victor's Tuxidos). The estimated price they were given for the tuxideo was $189 plus tax. Any assistance will help this family during this hard times.
Perris, California • 92571
$330.00 still needed
2 Children
1 Adult
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Help Improve a Child's Safety/Wellbeing
We are reaching out to ask for your help in providing a safe, comfortable, and supportive home for a single mother and her eight children, who have recently experienced a traumatic domestic violence situation. They are in desperate need of essential items to help rebuild their lives and create a secure environment, especially for the five school-aged children who need a safe place to sleep. What We Need: 2 Twin-size bunk beds (one with a pull-out trundle to make 5 twin beds in total) 5 Twin-size mattresses 5 Mattress protectors Bedding for 5 children (comforters, sheets, pillowcases, etc.) These items are crucial for ensuring the children have a proper place to sleep and can feel safe and secure in their new environment. Providing these essential items will give them the peace of mind they deserve after facing such hardship. Any donation, no matter how small, will make a tremendous difference. Your generosity can help bring comfort and stability back to their lives during this incredibly difficult time.
Jacksonville, Florida • 32209
$900.00 still needed
8 Children
1 Adult
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Help Improve a Child's School Attendance
I have a young child who has been struggling with a persistent lice issue throughout this school year. Despite receiving treatment at least once a month, the problem continues, and he has missed several school days as a result. He is one of four siblings, but he is the only one affected by this ongoing issue. We are seeking assistance with a professional lice treatment, as this service is not covered by insurance.
Wyoming, Michigan • 49509
$220.00 still needed
1 Child
