The Way Family Church

This request is being made urgently for rental assistance and to prevent future eviction. It concerns a single mother whose newborn baby was injured by the child's father, who is currently incarcerated. The mother is working toward reunifying with her baby. Although she does not have employment at the moment, she has interviews lined up for evening work. She is also exploring with the department and 211 for any assistance they can provide. She is dedicated to her child and attends all of the baby's appointments, which means she will need to balance work with staying connected to her baby's care.

The mother needs $1,900 to cover her rent for July. Any assistance that can be provided would make a crucial difference in her situation. Being evicted or trying to find stable housing while working on the reunification process could complicate her case and hinder her ability to reunite with her child

Updated on July 01, 2025 by an Agency Worker
Mother contacted the Management to see what options are available for her to work with them and not have eviction. Mother was informed that she has credit of $400 for over payment on another month. Mother needs $1,500 by the 3rd to avoid eviction. The management company is willing to work with her and give longer time to come up the full rent amount and work out a payment arrangement, but Mother must give a payment before or by the 3rd. Please consider donating, even if it is not the full amount this will help mother not be on the street.

I have been working with the parents of a baby who was born on 8/13/24 (almost 2 years old now). At the time of the baby's birth, they were struggling with substance abuse. Court denied reunification services, but the parents were determined to do whatever was necessary to prove that they could take the necessary steps to be able to parent their baby. On their own, they both (separately) completed extensive inpatient treatment programs, and then continued participating in outpatient services. They visited the baby regularly. In late 2024 they petitioned the court and were granted reunification services. Since then, they have maintained their sobriety, secured employment, and, most recently housing. Recently, they moved into a 2-bedroom apartment and the baby is being returned to their care. The parents have everything they need for the child, as that has been their priority. Other than that, they have very little for their new home. They need a bed, a dresser and a lamp. These parents have worked so hard, never given up; I have seen such a huge change in them. I'm very proud of all they have overcome and accomplished. I'd really like to help as they start their new life. Thank you in advance.

Please note: I submitted a request for this family for a stove and a couch; they were able to find a couch and their own and they decided they could live without a stove for now. So, this request is for the other items they still need.

A single mom who has been struggling with addiction is hoping to reunify with her young son and has overcome many obstacles. She has completed an inpatient program and is now in a sober living home and is maintaining sobriety. She would like to start looking for employment, but her clothing is old and tattered. She also needs toiletries and would like a few items to have when her son comes to visit (an outfit, toys, books). She was hoping for a gift card to Walmart so she could purchase these necessities.

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Hello, this is a request for 2 beds and bedding for a 9 and 14 year-old girls so that they may reunify with their mother. The mother has worked hard to reunify with her children, completing all of the services that she was required, all while working full time. She has made great strides and is close to full reunification with her girls. The girls have been on an extended visit with her in her one bedroom apartment until she was able to secure a two bedroom on July 1st. She is asking for help in obtaining one full size bed with bedding (14 year old likes Black, Dk Grey or White) and one twin size bed with bedding (9 year old likes White, Pink or Purple). The items can be new or used. Thank you for your time in reviewing this request. The family is grateful for any support provided.

Individual separated from his wife for two years and previously lived with his sister in small apartment during that time. He had the prospect of a job on June 1st & showed paperwork to landlord to certify this was so and was granted the one-bedroom apartment for himself & his 12-year-old daughter after a very long search. After orientation at the new job, he found out the job was cancelled. He began searching for another job immediately; found one--which he started today. He will receive his first paycheck on July 3rd, but it won't be enough to cover his rent, which is actually due July 1st (four days from this writing). His paycheck will ultimately cover his rent and other cost of living items, but for now, he's in a difficult situation. He is going to do his best to scrape together money from his side business of detailing cars, but time is limited to do that (there's only one free day before July 1st). I told him that we would try to help him, but there were no promises. I encouraged him to speak to his landlord, too, and find out if there's a grace period. I also prayed with him. Any amount of money would help toward him not losing the apartment he worked so hard to find.

A victim of domestic violence and single mother of three children who completed a parenting, DV program, DV support group and individual counseling is achieving independence and about to have her DCFS closed by court next month as she has been able to keep her children safe. However, as she navigates the journey toward financial independence, she is also adjusting to the rising cost of living and having her children home for summer. Mother has been resourceful with applying for Cal Fresh and viisting local food pantries but is still running low on food this summer. This is a challenging time for her, and any assistance for the family would greatly be appreciated. Family is in need of a food gift card to Walmart or any other super market in the area to help feed the children fo rtherest of the summer.

An aging out foster youth who has been in care for over 9 years idue to neglect and abuse from both a parent and a past caregiver is in need of household items as she moves out of foster care. She became pregnant as a teen and she and her fiance saved to be able to get their own apartment. Both work full time, and care for their baby together. Youth will starting an EKG program in the fall, and the fiancé is attending community college as well. Their income is limited and they spent their savings for the move and larger furniture, but are in need of a toaster, a comforter set, bathroom set, silverware set, cotton towels, and kitchen tool set. Youth does not have the financial support of any parents or family. Youth would greatly appreciate any donation and Amazon links are provided below: Go To Link Go To Link Go To Link Go To Link Go To Link

Youth is a 14 year old who boy recently was placed back with his mom on a 60 day trial. Mom has medical disabilities that make it hard for her to do some tasks. Now that Youth is back in the home, we are asking for assistance for mom with hauling away old furniture to clear out space, moving furniture to accommodate Youth and also an adult sibling with special needs that is moving into the home, and cleaning and painting the bedroom. This family would benefit from support from a community that wants to be hands on and engage with them.

The haul away is for furniture and could likely be done with a pickup or truck for a community that wanted to meet the family and help in that way.

The clients are grandparents in their 60s, and they’ve been the primary caregivers for their 2 granddaughters (ages 16yo and 8yo) for the last 18 months as their son (the bio-dad) passed away. The bio-mom has unfortunately not been able to provide care to the girls, as she’s dealing with mental health issues and substance use disorder. When the girls first came into the clients’ care, the family was able to financially meet most of the household’s needs, despite being on a fixed income. Both grandparents receive social security benefits, and that was where most of the family’s financial assistance came from. However, in April 2024, Grandma’s social security disability funding stopped. Grandma was able to get her social security disability funding back in January 2025 (for the full amount previously awarded). Unfortunately, due to the 10 months where social security funding was stopped, the family fell behind on their finances. The YMCA Kinship Support Program was able to provide financial assistance for back-rent owed, but we’re hoping the family can receive financial assistance so that they get caught up on their past due SDGE bill ($383) AND the family can receive some new, comfortable bedding for the girls (a twin-sized sheet set and a full-sized sheet set). The clients have already expressed their gratitude for any financial assistance that can be provided.

Mother of 5 recently reunified with her children and case was closed by Child Welfare. The children have many special needs and mother is struggling with gas money to take them to all their appointments. Our Social Worker is working on sustainable solutions including budgeting and other long term resources available, but we are requesting assistance with gas card in the interim.

I have been working with this father for 2 weeks, since I had first met him on 5/30/25. Father is aware of his needs and expressed his need for therapy and to get into a substance abuse program. He has a history of substance abuse and has expressed using drugs to cope with his grief of losing his mother, alongside his traumas. He has expressed a desire to reunify with his daughter and recognizes that he needs to help himself before being able to help his daughter. Father has been transparent to CSW about his situation and has expressed needing support. Any assistance in the form of in-kind donations will eliminate some of the financial barriers in reunifying with his child. The father is currently homeless and does not have a stable place of residence. He has been utilizing friends for temporary residence, but cannot be permanent places of residence. He does not have familial supports. Father does not have employment but has utilized DPSS support to receive GR and Medi-Cal. He has been experiencing homelessness for 6-7 months and has experienced being assaulted and robbed from. Father was robbed of his belongings including his phone and his bicycle. I had referred father to two shelters yesterday, which is pending receipt of verification. The father is of need of clothing, blankets and food supplies.

The participant and her family consist of parents and their 13 year old daughter. The family recently moved into their new unit and have been sleeping on the floor or on the couch of their apartment. They are are only receiving $650 in cash aid and her husband had to leave his job he had due to the move. The husband recently returned to school to achieve his GED and has been doing great and staying on task and focused, and has just started applying for jobs at nearby grocery stores. We would like to support this family's progress by assisting them in obtaining a bed for the daughter and a bed for the parents, with bed frames.