Arbor Church

A caregiver is looking for support in the form of an electric stove. She is the great-aunt and primary caregiver to her two great-nieces, ages 12 and 8, and her nephew, age 10. She has had legal custody of the children since 2020, after they were removed from their mother's care. Since then, she has provided them with a stable, loving, home environment where they feel safe and cared for. Recently, the caregiver’s stove ceased functioning. She has looked for assistance locally and could not find anyone with low or no-cost appliances, so she is making do with a microwave and deep fryer to fix food at this time. She recently had her fridge break also, but was able to find a replacement for this showing her resourcefulness. We are seeking assistance in obtaining a new electric stove (typical size- around 30 inches wide by 25-27 inches deep and 36-41 inches high) to support this caregiver in her ability to provide homecooked meals for her household. Thank you for considering this request and for your continued support of families in need.

A loving aunt has been caring for her nephew since his mother passed away in 2018. She only recently made it through the court process to obtain custody and is working tirelessly to ensure her nephew has everything he needs. Her current concern is rent. She is self-employed at a hair salon and has been picking up as many side jobs as possible, but work has been very slow. She has secured a new job but has not started yet and finances are very tight. She was recently given a 3-day notice to vacate and is very concerned about being evicted. Any assistance toward the $1,014 she owes in rent would be greatly appreciated!

A grandmother who gives all her love and effort into raising her granddaughter with special needs is in need of two beds to improve the quality of their living. We would love if someone was willing to help them get a full and queen bed, mattress, and bedding for both. It would be so helpful for this amazing woman who does so much. Thank you very much for considering!

This is a single mother of five children. She works long hours and has been providing items for the new home she has with her five children as she can afford to. The family could benefit from twin beds or two bunk beds and a twin bed. (Mom has said they are not too picky and the agency worker has requested for the beds also.) They would love a kitchen table, pots and pans, a microwave, a washer and/or dryer. One of the children also has a job and is trying to assist with providing some items. The family had been displaced for months so this is a situation where they are starting over. The family has a refrigerator however it leaks all over the floor.

Client has completed her case plan objective of housing and she is now starting from scratch. Mom is on a fixed income and spent all of her resources on securing a home and doesn't have any beds for the children. Client wants the children to have their own space in their new environment and hopes to get assistance with three beds. MCCS is requesting assistance with three twin beds to help strengthen this family and welcome them to their new home . MCCS will also help with household good as well! Thank you for your consideration and assistance with this matter.

This case was a drug positive baby. Both parents use stemmed from injuries. Both realized right away the need to seek help. Both are participating in intensive outpatient treatment and are both doing very well. Children were on an out of home safety plan with maternal grandmother. That ended in May 2025, and family is home. Father is employed. Family doing very well with treatment and have gained much knowledge of addiction and it's what it does to a family. Mom and dad do very well at parenting and the two older children ages 3 and 5 are very bright. The family has everything they need except a kitchen table and 4 chairs so that they can eat together as a family. Right now the parents eat in the living room and children in the kitchen on a small child's picnic table. A small kitchen table and 4 chairs would help this family be able to eat together at dinner which I believe helps a child learn a sense of belonging and togetherness. It can be used. Thank you!

A kinship caregiver and her 13-year-old cousin are in need of rental assistance for the month of June. The caregiver has been extremely proactive and has reached out to numerous community resources for assistance, but unfortunately no one has the funds to assist. She fears she will be at risk of eviction if she cannot catch up on the rent. Any help with this would give the caregiver some breathing room to get back on top of her finances. Thank you!

A dedicated kinship caregiver and her 12-year-old niece are in need of utility assistance. The family has fallen behind and could use some help catching up to ensure they can cover their expenses moving forward. They owe $241 to Centerpoint and $472 to AES. The caregiver explained that if she could receive help with these overdue bills, it will take a huge weight off her shoulders, and she would be able to cover the balance moving forward. Thank you!

Single Mom of four who regained custody in the past year is in desperate need of a used washer and dryer to save money on going to the laundry mat!

A single parent of two young children is taking a courageous and thoughtful step to protect their family’s long-term stability. Due to an unexpected loss of funding, the housing program supporting them is shutting down and they can no longer afford rent. Rather than risk eviction and long-term hardship, the parent has chosen to transition the family into a shelter to begin rebuilding with support. This decision reflects a deep commitment to their children's well-being and a desire to build a stronger foundation for the future.

The family’s only vehicle, which is vital for transportation, job searching, and accessing housing options not on the bus line, needs to be towed and unlocked before repairs can begin. The parent has been saving for the repairs, but the immediate cost of towing ($109) and unlocking the vehicle ($80) is $209, more than they can afford right now.

This request is about more than just a tow. It’s about supporting a parent's wise, forward-thinking decision to prioritize their family's safety and well-being. By helping meet this urgent transportation need, you're empowering a family to stay connected, mobile, and focused on creating a stable future. Your support can be the bridge that keeps them moving forward with dignity and hope.

Grateful for your consideration and partnership, Cecilia

We are working with a 2 parent household with 4 children; 1 child is a newborn. The family home does not have air conditioning and with the temperatures currently over 90 degrees, the family is in need of fans for their 2-story apartment. The family is also in need of fly traps/strips due to the amount of flies that come in through open windows and the door being opened as there is no air conditioning. We are hopeful that these needs will support the family enough that alternative placement is not necessary. The fans show between $50-$100 each on Amazon, and fly strips are around $10-$25 per a 4 pack. Thank you!

A loving kinship caregiver and her 13-year-old niece have fallen behind on their gas bill. The caregiver has been very proactive and has attempt securing assistance through many community resources; however, no one is able to assist. They will be at risk of disconnection if it is not paid soon, therefore, any help with this need or a portion of the balance would make a huge difference for the family. thank you!