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I am working with a single mother who works full time and is able to pay rent and utilities, but is needing assistance to get some daily living basics for her and her 6 year old son. To support this family, I am requesting a microwave, pots and pans, cooking utensils, plates and bowls, soap, and toilet paper.

Hello,

I am currently working with a single parent of five who is in need of assistance regarding clothing and shoes for their children and a twin boxspring. I appreciate the consideration in helping this family! The children are all female, ages 7, 5, 3 and 2 (twins) 12-14, shoe size 3 8-9, shoe size 1.5 5T-6T 24 month-2T, shoes 6c and 5c

Thank You! Cara

Mother of four children, unemployed. Needs help with cleanliness of apartment. Is interested in getting rug cleaned professionally but can not afford it. Is also willing to do the carpet cleaning herself (has access to a machine but can not afford the cleaning solution) if getting service is not an option. Also needs cleaning supplies for the house in general.

Father is only member in family working, makes enough money to keep bill up to date but needs help with other items needed. Family interested in getting a over the toilet organizing shelf, to help with clutter and safety in the bathroom. Mother has dental issues and has a hard time chewing food, family is interested in a pressure cooker to help tenderize food to help mother. Could also use diapers for children size 4 and 5.

Single mother of four children/currently not working (attending classes to help with employment), recently had to move out of her apartment (briefly unhomed) and recently found a home to move in to. Due to small size of previous apartment she did not have a lot of furniture. Would like a dining room set and a high chair, so that family will have a place to set and eat together. Also needs pots and pans, loss some items during move. Also in need of curtains and 2 twin beds (children's beds got damaged during move as well). Also needs size 6 diapers.

A single mother of four children is looking for assistance with membership fees for her 9-year-old son to join Hollymead Swim Club's Hollymead Hammerheads for the Summer 2025 season. This child is passionate about swimming and was able to participate in the team last year when costs were lower. With increased costs, his mother cannot afford to pay on her own and is hoping to find help. She has been working hard to provide all of her children with summer activities that are healthy, active, educational, and connect them with friends in the community. As the sole provider for the family and with limited income, any assistance with the swim team would mean she can support opportunities for her other children as well. Thank you for your consideration!

Mother is reuniting with her one-year-old child after the child was previously safety planned out of her care. Mother has been making strides to address mental health and substance use issues. Mother is currently doordashing as her main source of income, but it is not enough to provide for the needs of her child. The items requested will help the mother get back on her feet while she searches for new employment. They will also assist with ensuring the child has what he needs to have a seamless transition back into his mother's care.

Items needed: -Summer clothes 3T/4T -Toddler bed with sheets and blankets -Small wagon (child hates being in a stroller) -Toys if possible (child loves trucks and cars) -Window AC unit (child room gets extremely hot) -Purple or teal curtains and curtain rods for mother (there are three windows that need these)

Client has recently stayed at the SHE shelter. Client is newly relocated to the area and is trying to get on her feet. Client is in need of a new car battery. The client needs her car to access resources for her and her son.

Updated on April 28, 2025 by an Agency Worker
Client is still in need of a car battery. If this request is not filled the client will be forced to return to an unsafe environment.

I am working with a family of 5 in need of beds and bedding. There are 2 adults and 3 children (2 boys and one girl). This family is new to the area and has been without beds for a few months. They are needing 3 twin mattresses, 1 twin bed frame, 1 twin over twin bunkbed frame, 1 queen mattress, 1 queen bed frame, and sheets and comforters for the beds. The father works full time and the mother is pregnant and stays home with the youngest child and it is difficult for them to find furniture that they can afford after paying rent and utility bills.

This family speaks Pashto and little English.

A single mother of one son is hoping to get him engaged with the community in a way that supports his mental health and hyperactivity. This mother is working on undergoing dental procedures so that she can find employment to become self-sufficient. In the meantime, this mother has identified karate at Uplevel Martial Arts as a helpful activity for her son to release his energy in a healthy way, while also connecting him with friends in the community and opening a doorway to build her support network with other parents. As this mother is currently unemployed, she is seeking financial assistance to continue her son's karate classes for two months until she is able to cover the cost. This mother is working hard to get her son involved with therapy services and activities like karate so that he can learn new coping skills, be involved in the community, and safely release his energy.

Young immigrant spanish speaking family working as hard as they can but still struggles to make ends meet. Together they have an adorable 6 month old son in need of size 4 diapers and size 12 month summer clothes. May be used or new. Thanks for your consideration!!!

Young spanish speaking single Mom working long hours to make a better life for her young son. Every day she builds a life out of sacrifice and love without asking for much. She would like to take her son swimming this summer and is looking for a life vest and some summer clothing. (size 6-7) child weighs 42 lbs. May be used or new. Young son is an emerging swimmer and could use a life jacket with floaties on arms to practice his strokes.