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I have a friend, who many of us know, and many of us know quite well. This friend has found themselves in some serious financial trouble and is having difficulty making ends meet.
They recently lost their job, and for those of you who have had that experience know that unemployment checks don't stretch very far. Especially when you have a child to support in addition to yourself.
It has gotten to the point that this person has been having to spend nights in their car. And as we know, its not very warm out.
They are embarrassed to find themselves in this position, especially with the extensive personal development work that they have completed. And worst of all, cannot bring themselves to ask for help.
I realize that Christmas is just a few days away, and we all have last minute things to get done. Not to mention that we have probably all spent more money than we had planned on all those gifts.
But this friend, and child, are not going to have ANY gifts this year. They just were given the opportunity to move into a very small studio apartment/room. This room has no cooking appliances, but it is a roof over their head.
What I would like to do is provide a toaster oven, hot plate and a few other items to make life a little easier on them.
I am asking for your help on their behalf. If we could each put in $15 (or more) it would take just one hundred of us to be able to get a month's rent paid and the few additional things they need.
I am concerned that their child will have to be separated from them if they are not able to find a way to stand on their own.
It cannot be a good thing for a child to have to go through, let alone go through during the holidays.
Can you please find it in your heart to donate and truly make a difference?
I know you know that I would not even ask this if I did not feel that this situation was dire.
Thanks so much - may your New Year be the most PROSPEROUS ever!
Peace,
Barb
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