A playground for the Lotus community hall: help our neighbors in Eindhoven
We have the land, the volunteers and the plan for a playground - we need $2,100 for materials.
Updates from Stijn
Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,011 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
Quick update: $444 raised so far (21%). the plan for materials is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
We're at 12% thanks to 12 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.
- Koji Makoto Yamaguchi 🇯🇵 · $10
- Kristine P. Macaraeg 🇵🇭 · $67
- Pilar L. Rivera 🇲🇽 · $5
“Wish I could do more. Small amount but sent with love. - Celaya”
- Dipu Abdul Begum 🇮🇳 · $60
- Anonymous 🇩🇪 · $25
“Stay strong. Thought of Stijn all day after reading this.”
- Vinícius Francisco Albuquerque 🇧🇷 · $100
- José Bruno Fernandes 🇧🇷 · $50
“Wish I could do more. Only $50 but hope it helps. - Niterói”
- Guilherme Daniel Carvalho 🇧🇷 · $20
- Vishnu A. Naidu 🇮🇳 · $20
- Anong Pranee Eiamsa-ard 🇹🇭 · $10
“Good luck. I'm in Khon Kaen, thinking of you. - Khon Kaen”
- Juliet Folake Balogun 🇳🇬 · $100
- Natalia A. Sandoval 🇦🇷 · $30
- Simone Piras 🇮🇹 · $200
- Khang Dương Tran 🇻🇳 · $200
“Wishing you the best. Only $200 but hope it helps. - Da Nang”
- Tomasz Jan Kozłowski 🇵🇱 · $20
- Marlon W. Stewart 🇯🇲 · $10
- Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $10
- William S. Schmidt 🇺🇸 · $20
- Deepa N. Rajput 🇮🇳 · $25
“Sending love. Thought of Stijn all day after reading this.”
- Sarah Mutebi 🇺🇬 · $200
Reviews
3.8(8 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
- Made me feel heard
I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.
- Made a real difference
This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.
- Truly grateful for the support
This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.
- Restored my faith in humanity
Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.
- Went above and beyond
I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.
- Really cared about my situation
I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.
- Exceeded expectations
This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.
- Helped when no one else could
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.
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Is there anything that isn't money that would help Stijn?
Thank you. If you're in Eindhoven I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Good question.
Keep going, Stijn. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Thinking of Eindhoven.
Hope it all works out, Stijn. Your post was clear and honest. Blessings
Thinking of you and your family. I hope things turn around soon. I have a 12 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Thinking of Eindhoven.