Saddleback Church (Lake Forest)

Single mother of 4 children (ages 15, 10, 7, 3) is in need of clothing, shoes and backpacks to start school on August 11th. This mother has been on her own since the father was arrested, eventually released, and refuses to offer financial support.

She has been a resident of Lake Elsinore for 8 years and has been existing on food stamps & Section 8 housing. She has been looking for a job for over a year without success. She would love to eventually get off public assistance.

Needs described here:

Girl, 15: Clothing size Woman's SMALL; likes jeans. Shoe size Woman's 8. Colors: black, navy blue, olive green, plaid. Shoes -- combat style. Backpack - black, tactical (with pockets, attachments).

Boy, 10: Size 10-12; likes anything. Shoes/boots size 5. Colors: green. Backpack - green patterns.

Girl, 7: Size 8, likes yellow. Shoe size 1. Backpack - unicorns.

Girl, 3: Size 5. Shoe size 12. Backpack - blue patterned.

She also has a car in severe disrepair. If anyone has ideas on this front, let us know. Thank you.

Currently working with a single father who is in urgent need of financial assistance. He has been struggling since being laid off from his job and has been doing everything he can to make ends meet, but it’s been incredibly difficult. The stress of unemployment, his car recently broke down, which he had to repair in order to continue being able to pick up his two daughters from school and summer activities. Now, he’s falling behind on rent—he’s three months behind and can only pay partial amounts each month, just enough to avoid a 3-day eviction notice from his landlord. This situation is taking a heavy toll on him, and he is doing his best to stay afloat. He is in dire need of either a gas card to help with transportation or assistance with his overdue rent amounts. Any support, no matter how small, would make a significant difference in helping him and his children during this incredibly challenging time.

devoted single dad to his 5-year-old son, who is nonverbal and diagnosed with autism. For some time, they experienced homelessness and were living in hotels. Despite the challenges, he has worked tirelessly to create a better life for his son—and recently, he was blessed to secure permanent housing. Due to the high cost of living, he is struggling to afford basic household items for his family. These items would create a safe and comfortable home for his young son. These may seem like small things, but they will help this dad start strong on giving his son a new life. Here are the items needed:

Blanket for twin size bed and queen size bed and pillows

4 Towels and a bathmat

Cookware (pots, pans)

Dinnerware (plates, bowls, cups)

Silverware and basic cooking utensils

We are coming alongside a young couple who are about to welcome their first baby. She is 17 years old and just graduated high school, and he is 16 and currently finishing his senior year at a high school in Santa Ana. Becoming new parents at such a young age comes with many challenges especially when it’s difficult to find steady employment at their age.

As they prepare for the arrival of their newborn, one of the most helpful ways we can support them is by helping with baby essentials. They are in need of clothing for their newborn, and a Target gift card would allow them to get diapers, wipes, and other important items. Groceries would also be a huge blessing as they begin adjusting to life as a young family.

This is a time of transition, full of unknowns, but also full of love and hope. We want to make sure they feel supported and seen as they take this big step into parenthood. We are so grateful for any support that helps lighten the load for them.

Hi we have young mom that is 19 years old, recently graduated from high school, and is preparing to start her first year at community college. She has worked incredibly hard to get to this point all while raising her child as a single mother.

Right now, she is staying with a friend while she waits to move into her new apartment on the 15th. This transition represents a major step toward stability and independence for her and her baby.

As she gets ready to move in, one essential item still needed is a refrigerator. This is a critical need to ensure she can store food safely for herself and her child. It’s a key piece in helping her establish a healthy and stable home as she begins this next chapter.

We are so grateful for any help or connections that can make this possible. Thank you for being part of the community that uplifts and supports young moms building a better future.

A dedicated and loving caretaker to her three-year-old daughter, who has Autism and additional medical needs, is facing severe financial hardship as she struggles to cover the cost of childcare. Delays in receiving state-funded childcare assistance have left her with no choice but to consider taking time off work, which has caused her to fall behind on essential bills.

Providing temporary support to cover her utility expenses would allow this single mother to redirect her limited resources toward her daughter’s urgent childcare needs until the state funding comes through. This assistance would be a lifeline for a mom who has been stretched to her limits while ensuring her child receives the care and support she deserves.

The client is a 14-year-old female who was removed from her parents at the age of 9, due to neglect (substance abuse/domestic violence) by the mother and her significant other. Child’s bio-father passed away when she was 3. The child was placed in a stable foster home where she remains to date. Mother’s reunification svcs have been terminated; the child is likely to remain in foster care as she does not wish to be adopted or placed in legal guardianship.

The foster parents report the child is a pleasure to have in their home – she is respectful and listens well. The child recently completed 7th grade and admitted she spends much of her time alone in her room. To address/mitigate isolative behaviors, we investigated her interests. This child is quite amazing and is talented in the arts. She enjoys reading, drawing, and is interested in learning to play the flute and violin. Respectfully, we would like to request the following:

• Art Supplies – graphite pencils, sketchbooks, or a gift card to Target, Walmart, or an arts supply store so she can purchase art supplies.
• Gift card to a bookstore such as Barnes and Noble to buy books for summer reading.
• Donation of a gently used flute and/or violin so she can join the school band or take music lessons. Thank you for your consideration in assisting with the requested items. Obtaining these items will help prevent isolative behaviors, increase social integration and self-confidence, and develop her artistic skills.

We have an opportunity to bless a lovely lady with two small kids that has just completed her transition from homelessness to getting an apartment of her own. She’s worked really hard and would love some assistance getting some basic pieces of furniture secured. We have been able to provide a queen size bed and frame as well as two toddler beds with mattresses and bedding for everyone. We still need some assistance finding two small dressers for this family.