Kentwood Community Church

I am hoping to get a security camera "add on module" that is needed for a family to be able to use 2 security cameras that were given to them. This mother is currently dealing with a very dangerous domestic violence issue between her and her husband, who continues to break into the home and threaten her safety. She is hoping to get security cameras set up by the front and back door, to ensure that she has some protection and footage when incidents happen, to use for a PPO or legal protection. She only needs the following part from Amazon, it is $50 for one. Ideally I would love to get her 2, since she has 2 cameras : Go To Link

To protect her safety the family has requested that this is shipped to Family Promise, if it is able to be purchased.

This youth is an unaccompanied refugee minor from Sudan. He recently moved into a new placement and is in need of a place or dresser to put his clothes/items. This youth is not currently employed and is a full-time student. This youth is requesting support with obtaining a dresser for his room, so he has a place to put his clothes. Currently, the youth does not have sufficient income or funding to purchase this himself.

If/when this need is met, it will help support this youth with an appropriate place to put his clothes/items which will help benefit him with his daily tasks and feel more in a home-like placement.

Youth says he is looking for something like this (see link below) but would be thankful for anything that would help. Go To Link

A relative caregiver needs help to help pay a DTE bill. The caretaker is behind $300 and with other expenses such as rent it has been difficult to keep up with. This help would allow the child to stay in his current placement where he is loved and cared for, as well as is encouraged to continue building a relationship with his bio mother.

I’m working with a client who needs help repairing his car. He currently works part-time but can’t go full-time due to needing surgery on his right knee. His job involves standing and driving, and after surgery (expected by late summer), he’ll be non-weight bearing for at least six weeks.

He can cover daily basics but can’t afford to fix his car. It’s a 2010 Buick Enclave CXL, and Quick Start Batteries diagnosed it with a bad alternator (not the battery or starter). They quoted $200 for the part and Quick Start was willing to install it for free.

He’s open to having it re-diagnosed elsewhere, but the car isn’t drivable. If anyone can assist with repairs or has mechanical knowledge, it would be a huge help.

He needs the car to attend medical appointments, get groceries, take his 5-year-old son to speech therapy, and get to work. Reliable transportation would also help him secure more consistent shifts once he’s physically able, improving financial stability for his family.

A single mom is in need of a wagon to help transport her kids around town. She does not currently have a car that is in service, and she has four kids, including a four, three, and one year old. This would help her keep her children safe and be able to navigate around town. Here is a link to one possible option: Go To Link . Thanks in advance!

Family of 9 is getting a vehicle and needs car seats! They have 4 boys under the age of 8. She has one convertible and one high back booster, but is still in need of a regular booster and another convertible car seat. The vehicle is large enough to fit almost the entire family. Any help would be appreciated! Thank you!

Booster car seat: Go To Link

Convertible car seat: Go To Link ###-####

Family is currently experiencing homelessness, but is very close to securing permanent housing with a housing voucher. The main barrier standing in the way is vehicle repairs needed to get to and from appointments. Family has multiple disabled members and income is extremely limited a this time.

I am working with a client who lost his partner to cancer back in March of this year. They have 3 children together and he has had to make ends meet while still grieving. His three kiddos are precious and they seem to be doing okay under the circumstances. This request is for dad as he secured a third shift job to support his family, but he is needing some gas money to get him to work until his first paycheck on 7/3.

He does get food stamps and other benefits to help them with their other important needs, but financially fell into a temporary hole having to fix his car, which is thankfully is now working!

Dad stated his car gets great gas mileage and $50 would get him through to July 3. Anything is greatly appreciated!

We have a young 17-year-old client who has a chance to participate in Bible Camp this summer, but caregivers are unable to provide the funding for it. We are looking to get funding as soon as possible due to how quickly the camp spots are filling. Caregivers report they hope to have him participate in this camp as they also would benefit from the respite it will provide, and they want to preserve placement.

My client is a mom of 3 and is trying desparately to find a job. She has some benefits to help her provide food and insurance for her children, but outside of that she is not able to provide other needs. Her 9 month old is starting to want to use his legs more and more. Mom is needing some type of baby walker or bounce swing she can use to have him begin strengthening his legs and development. Baby bouncer example for the space they have- Go To Link

She is also in need of 4T Summer clothing for her daughter. I was able to help with clothing for the boys, but we were low on items for little girl sizes.

Lastly, she has a small space, but would love some type of kids table to have her kids have a routine of sitting for meals not in front of the TV. Her two oldest are starting to get ready for school and she would love to have a space for them to do development and learning activities.

Kid's Table Example: Go To Link

Donations of these items (gently used) would be amazing! Anything related to these resources will be a big help for mom!

Hello, seeking a TV/television for a young family in the community! A single dad of four children is acclimating to new home dynamics, and the family would love a TV to promote family time together. This can definitely be used/refurbished, a smart tv is preferred.

Hello, seeking urgent rent assistance for a refugee family in the community. This family migrated here from Mexico and due to various barriers, needs help with rent this month. The family pays $2000/month in rent and could use $1000 in help this month due to changes in income. It is a private landlord, so a cashier's check would be ideal. The family is also looking for more affordable housing but has been unsuccessful thus far.

This need has now moved to urgent!! Rent was due on the 11th, but the landlord provided the family 2 weeks to gather these funds. Dad works in roofing but due to recent inclement weather, there have been less job assignments. We have inquired with multiple community resources with no success due to lack of funding. Any support with this would be greatly appreciated to avoid eviction and promote family safety!!