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A fresh start in Durham: help the Rahimi family resettle

The Rahimi family are rebuilding in Durham after leaving Yemen; your gift pays for housing basics.

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ Durham, North Carolina, United States3,718 views
Scarlett Pickett
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Durham
My family left Yemen 6 months ago after we were targeted for our work. We spent time in a camp before we were resettled in Durham. We're a family of seven and we're safe, but we arrived with very little. Our resettlement agency has provided 2 months of rent, and that support ends in September. I was an electrician in Yemen, and I'm studying the language every evening. Our daughter and son have started school and are doing well. We want nothing more than to be self-sufficient. This fund will help us through the first six months. Funds are managed by a local church-run settlement group, a registered organization, which pays the landlord and suppliers on the family's behalf. Where the $4,050 goes: โ€ข Beds, table and basic furniture: $1,150 โ€ข Rent deposit and first month: $2,300 โ€ข Phone and internet for school and job search: $175 โ€ข Language classes and bus passes: $425 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.

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    โ€œThought of Scarlett all day after reading this. - Caloocanโ€

  • Lakshmi C. Natarajan ๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ ยท $100

    โ€œWish I could do more. Thought of Scarlett all day after reading this.โ€

  • Faisal Ali Khoury ๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช ยท $78.50
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    โ€œOnly $59 but hope it helps. - Mysuruโ€

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Reviews

3.3(7 reviews)

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  • Hamza Abdullah Shaker๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified donor
    Outstanding person

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Mohit N. Bisht๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Wesley Singleton๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified helper
    Delivered on promises

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Sawsan Rima Yassin๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified helper
    Reliable and compassionate

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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    Trustworthy helper

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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    Genuine person with a big heart

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Reliable and compassionate

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

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  • Sending good thoughts, Scarlett. I hope things turn around soon. I'm in teaching myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Love from Lahore.

    • Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Scarlett!

      • Thinking of you, Scarlett. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Take care.

        • thinking of you, Scarlett. Shared this with my family. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless

          • stay strong, Scarlett. Shared this with my family. I'll check back for the next update. Thinking of Durham

            • thinking of you, Scarlett. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best

              • Hope it all works out, Scarlett. I hope things turn around soon. God bless

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