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Back on our feet: Benjamin and four children in Calamba

Benjamin and four children need a bridge to stability after a house fire.

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Since a house fire in August, I'm now raising four children on my own. I work as a school kitchen assistant, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as an electrician in the evenings, which will triple my income by December, 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 $550 goes: • Rent top-up: $150 • Childcare and after-school care: $120 • Groceries and school meals: $170 • Course fees and exam costs: $110 If you're reading this, thank you.

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Updates from Benjamin

Thank you all. We're at 45% now ($246). I'm honestly stunned. the plan for rent top-up is now scheduled.
We're at 47% thanks to 5 of you. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. More news soon.
Update from Calamba: I made the first payment toward childcare and after-school care. We're at 68% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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