A primary caregiver needs assistance with paying rent for next month, December. She has fallen ill and cannot work due to the illness. She is supported by family members, but at this time they cannot assist her with rent.

This mother is navigating becoming the only parent in the home, with her 3 children. She works full time. This mother is in need of a gas card, as a family member is her only form of transportation currently and cannot afford to transport for free. The family car was wrecked in a hit in run, at no fault of the family. The children enjoy visits with their father, and the gas card will ensure mother can get the children to visits to keep the family bond strong. The mother also needs the gas card to ensure she can secure rides to pick up her kids from school everyday, also. Gas card- $100

This family has an infestation/cockroach problem and they don't have enough money to get the house sprayed. There are many members of this family residing in this mobile home and there are also 4 children residing in the home and the grandparents are now their legal providers. Grandparents reported that they have sprayed, set traps, and have done what they can to get rid of the bug infestation but they have been unsuccessful in getting rid of them on their own. The cockroaches are getting into the food and crawling all over their mobile home, and it scares the children. In order for the children to be healthy, eat well, and for the infestation not to spread in the mobile home area, the house will need to be professionally sprayed multiple times. Also, Grandfather wants to get rid of all the items, junk which has accumulated in the house and the yard. A big trash bin is needed in order to get rid of all the junk where the cockroaches also accumulate. Grandfather will coordinate the fees with his trash company and he will make the arrangements with pest control. Gift cards to pay for this, is what the family is asking for. Thank you and God bless!

A kinship caregiver is taking care of her 3 year old grand nephew. Her nephew's birthday is coming up and she would like to get him some presents for his birthday, however, she is financially strained due to a recent move and trying to get caught up on her bills. Any help would be greatly appreciated sot hat she can get a few gifts for his birthday. thank you!

A kinship caregiver is pursuing adoption for her 3 year old grand nephew. She recently separated from her partner and recently moved to a new apartment for herself and her nephew. She is now assuming all financial responsibilities and is financially strained right now. She had to put down the first months rent and down payment on top of getting all bills set-up and turned on, and paying for all of her other financial bills this moth. She is living pay check to pay check right now, and she is hoping to get a little bit of financial support so she doesn't fall behind. With some financial support she will be able to get back on her feet. Any financial help would be greatly appreciated to help this kinship provider find some stability and continue to care fore her great nephew. Thank you. God bless.

A sweet and cuddly newborn is being cared for by his aunt while his parents work hard on getting ready for the baby to come home. His parents are having a hard time meeting with their life skills worker to learn essential skills like budgeting and newborn care because they do not have a phone. Can you help these parents get in touch with the people who are ready and excited to help them with a prepaid phone and phone card? It would make such a difference with helping these parents achieve their goals and strengthen their family.

The department is involved with a single mother who is requesting assistance with paying her trash bill. The mother is engaged with her team and actively working through her treatment plan. She has two children a 4 year old (F) and a 14 year old (F). The mother is unemployed but she sells items on the Internet and takes care of a neighbors trash and yard to get money for food for her children. The mother is asking for assistance with paying her last large trash bill. She previously had two roommates so they had two trash bins and a recycling bin. She was recently able to remove one trash bin and the recycling bin to lessen the cost for her. This is the last large bill before the updates are put into effect and her trash cost decreases. Any help is greatly appreciated; thank you for your time and consideration.

CASA has a case with a 5-year-old boy who is living with adult cousins after his dad is incarcerated and obviously unable to care for him and mom struggles with ongoing substance use. The cousins have three of their own children and supporting a family of six with no financial help is a struggle. CASA is requesting help with groceries as this family is struggling right now. Thank you!

This case has an 8-month old baby boy who was recently moved to his 4th placement after being in the child welfare system since birth. He was born with substances in his system and mom struggles with ongoing substance use and homelessness. The current placement could use some assistance with baby supplies and specifically requested a convertible car seat. This item can be purchased online and shipped to the CASA building for delivery to advocate. Thank you! ###-####71571143339_11(###) ###-####_12420145346&wmlspartner=wmtlabs&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=501107745824&wl4=pla-(###) ###-####66&wl5=9029028&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=1571143339&wl13=3227&veh=sem_LIA&gclsrc=aw.ds&&adid=(###) ###-####71571143339_11(###) ###-####_12420145346&wl0=&wl1=g&wl2=c&wl3=501107745824&wl4=pla-(###) ###-####66&wl5=9029028&wl6=&wl7=&wl8=&wl9=pla&wl10=8175035&wl11=local&wl12=1571143339&veh=sem&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA3uGqBhDdARIsAFeJ5r3LTJXhpzzleS0Aa0T4hNKrgIpVP8G8-6qvAbJtYfLV3l4GfjMB2lIaAovPEALw_wcB

CASA has a case with a 15-year-old boy who is living with a friend and the friend's mom due to his own mom being in prison and his dad being in a halfway house trying to stay sober. Neither of his parents have helped raise him and he was couch-surfing before this case opened. The single mom who is housing this youth makes just enough money to not get governmental assistance but still struggles with anything above and behind basic bills and groceries. CASA is asking for a grocery gift card to help this family have a Thanksgiving meal as well as a Christmas meal to help with the extras. Thank you!

CASA has a case with a 15-year-old boy (and two other kids) who is living with an uncle after experiencing abuse and neglect from his mother, who struggles with substance use. The uncle has been caring for this youth for almost two years and does not receive any financial assistance for housing, clothing, school expenses, etc. CASA is requesting a Walmart or King Soopers gift card to help with groceries over the holidays. A gift card can be mailed to the uncle directly or the advocate can take a physical gift card up there the next time she goes to visit the youth. Thank you!

CASA has a case with several younger children who were not being parented and have many out of control behaviors. Both their parents could not be located and are known to use substances and have violent relationships. The 9-year-old still wets the bed regularly and needs pull-ups. CASA is requesting pull-ups to help the grandparents out who care for this child. Thank you!

CASA has a case with a 12-year-old girl who was removed from her mother recently when the mother physically attacked this girl. There are ongoing safety concerns in the home. This child is living with someone who previously babysat her and gets no financial assistance for housing this young lady. The youth is really behind in school and is trying to get caught up and get excited about learning again. The home has decided to make her a dedicated space for learning and the youth said she loves the color pink and a desk that is like this style: CASA is hoping a community member is willing to buy this item online and ship it to the home where the youth is living. Thank you for considering!

CASA has a case with two teen boys who are living with their young adult sister after mom was using substances and refuses to leave a violent relationship with a boyfriend. The 20-year-old struggles to pay for all her bills since she is now caring for two teen siblings. Kinship placements get no financial support when taking in family members (like foster families do). CASA is requesting help with groceries for this family. Thank you!

CASA has a case with a 6-year-old boy who is living with his aunt and uncle and two cousins. He was removed due to sexual abuse allegations, homelessness, substance use, educational neglect and mental health concerns for parents. The aunt and uncle both work both time but struggle to pay their bills, especially with another child in the home. Kinship homes do not get stipends or paid in order to house relatives like a foster parent would. CASA is requesting help securing groceries for this family for the next month or so. Thanks!

CASA has a case with two children who have been living with their step dad for the last two years. They were removed from mother's care due to physical abuse, domestic violence and mental health struggles. One child is special needs/ high needs. Step-dad could really use some assistance with the holidays coming up with some grocery money as he is trying to support the kids on his single income and mom is not contributing towards their care. Thank you for considering!

The Department is working with a father who was recently released from jail and is now participating in family time with his 1-year-old daughter. He is looking for employment and trying to get into sober living and currently has very few belongings. He is engaged in his case and spending daily time with his daughter. He is in need of clothing and work boots, as well as items for his visits with his child, such as size 5 diapers and wipes. A gift card to Walmart would also work to fulfill this need. Any assistance with this need, as he works to regain stability is greatly appreciated!

CASA has a case with two young children that opened when their infant sibling passed away due to neglect and substance use and ongoing neglect by their mother. The father of one of the children did not know where his child was or any information as mother had kept him from his child. The child is a 3-year-old boy and is now living with his dad. The other child is living with a young adult aunt in a neighboring town. Both caregivers are amazing but struggle to include a new child in their budget and could use some assistance with getting some extra groceries over the holidays. CASA is requesting 2- $200 Walmart gift cards to help. Thank you!

Good morning! I am currently working with a youth in our Unaccompanied Refugee minor program who has come from Honduras. He is currently transitioning into independent living and is adjusting to a new life. He recently had a break in and had a few items stolen, including his phone. This is the only way he could contact his mother who is living in Honduras. I am here to ask if there is anyone with an old phone that can be given to our youth. Thank you for reading.

An expectant mother has had a very difficult pregnancy and is on bed rest. The situation is complicated by the fact that her husband does not drive. Due to these circumstances, the family has not been able to prepare for the imminent birth of their baby. A car seat and stroller as well as some newborn sized diapers and wipes would be a great help to them.