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Back on our feet: Arturo and three children under 9 in Córdoba

After the death of my husband, Arturo is raising three children under 9 alone and needs $1,500 to stay afloat for 3 months.

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Arturo Villalobos
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Córdoba
After the death of my husband in June, I'm now raising three children under 9 on my own. I work as a hairdresser, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as a dental nurse in the evenings, which will triple my income by August, but I need to bridge the gap until then. Some weeks I skip meals so my children can eat. I have never asked anyone for help like this before, and I'm doing it for them. Once I finish my course, I'll pay it forward. Every cent is accounted for. I'll share a simple monthly breakdown. Where the $1,500 goes: • Groceries and school meals: $490 • Rent top-up: $590 • Course fees and exam costs: $420 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.

Updates from Arturo

  1. Thank you all. We're at 21% now ($315). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

  • Leonardo C. González 🇪🇸 · $200

    “Hope it all works out! - Alcalá de Henares”

  • Berhanu Desta 🇪🇹 · $75
  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $75
  • Anonymous 🇮🇩 · $50
  • Arthur Clément Joly 🇫🇷 · $50

    “I'm in Boulogne-Billancourt, thinking of you.”

  • Zahid Joy Sheikh 🇮🇳 · $50

    “Blessings. - Thiruvananthapuram”

  • Ibrahim Hatem Youssef 🇺🇸 · $50

    “I'm in Denver, thinking of you.”

  • Amadou Lamine Camara 🇳🇱 · $50

    “Thought of Arturo all day after reading this.”

  • Sabine Franke 🇩🇪 · $42
  • Kiran P. Chandrasekhar 🇮🇳 · $30
  • Ethan D. Jennings 🇺🇸 · $30
  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $30
  • Jade Perrot 🇨🇦 · $25

    “Take care of yourselves. From Kelowna with love.”

  • Hoa Vy Mai 🇻🇳 · $25

    “Every little bit. From Cần Thơ with love.”

  • Serena Anna Ricci 🇮🇹 · $25
  • Iman Hala Mostafa 🇸🇦 · $25
  • Aisha Mercy Okoro 🇳🇬 · $25
  • Clement Edward Acheampong 🇬🇭 · $25
  • Sandeep F. Tandon 🇮🇳 · $25
  • Emily W. Jones 🇺🇸 · $25

Reviews

2.8(13 reviews)

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    Delivered on promises

    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.

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    Honest and trustworthy

    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.

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    Exactly what I needed

    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.

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    Very responsive and caring

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    Would recommend to anyone

    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.

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    Made a real difference

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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    Delivered on promises

    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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    Honest and trustworthy

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    Genuine person with a big heart

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    Restored my faith in humanity

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    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.

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    Truly grateful for the support

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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  • Good luck, Arturo. Shared it with a few friends. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. God bless.

    • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Arturo?

      • Thank you. If you're in Córdoba I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Fair thing to want to know.

    • Rooting for you, Arturo. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like.

      • Roman YakovlevQuestionID verified

        Any update on how things are going in Córdoba?

        • hope it all works out, Arturo. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Blessings.

          • I hope things turn around soon. Please keep us posted. Thinking of Córdoba

            • praying for you, Arturo. Shared it with a few friends.

              • I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Greetings from Epe

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