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Back on our feet: Elsa and four children in Jakarta Barat
After my partner leaving, Elsa is raising four children alone and needs $550 to stay afloat for 3 months.
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Last June I went through my partner leaving, and 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 September, 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.
Money goes toward rent, groceries, after-school care and the cost of my course. I'll give a monthly update with receipts.
Where the $550 goes:
• Rent top-up: $320
• Childcare and after-school care: $180
• Course fees and exam costs: $50
With deep gratitude,
Elsa
Updates from Elsa
33% there. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Thank you.
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Hope it all works out, Elsa. Your post was clear and honest. All the best.