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Daniel is a single parent of three children under 5 - help us after a long illness

After a long illness, Daniel is raising three children under 5 alone and needs $1,250 to stay afloat for 5 months.

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Daniel Joaquim Lacerda
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Contagem
Last August I went through a long illness, and I'm now raising three children under 5 on my own. I work as a part-time receptionist, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as a teaching assistant 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 $1,250 goes: • Rent top-up: $540 • Groceries and school meals: $310 • Childcare and after-school care: $400 If you're reading this, thank you.
#single-parent#family#stability

Updates from Daniel

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($810 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 44% now ($545). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

  3. Quick update: $226 raised so far (18%). I made the first payment toward childcare and after-school care. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

Donations

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  • Anonymous 🇮🇹 · $200
  • Vinícius Joaquim Nascimento 🇧🇷 · $200
  • Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $100

    “Wishing you the best. Thought of Daniel all day after reading this. - Lafayette”

  • Pablo H. Cabrera 🇲🇽 · $100

    “Get well soon. Thought of Daniel all day after reading this. - San Nicolás de los Garza”

  • Viola Elisa Ferrari 🇮🇹 · $100
  • Gianna J. Thornton 🇺🇸 · $76

    “Good luck. Small amount but sent with love. - Warren”

  • Sadie P. Norwood 🇺🇸 · $75
  • Polina Anastasia Zakharov 🇺🇦 · $55
  • Cecilia A. Lacson 🇵🇭 · $50
  • Kaylee B. Valdez 🇨🇦 · $50
  • Gloria M. Wong 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Sunil L. Khanna 🇮🇳 · $33.50
  • Florence Émilie Michel 🇫🇷 · $33

    “Hope things get better. Shared with friends too. - Montpellier”

  • Latha H. Swamy 🇮🇳 · $30
  • Quinn L. Parker 🇺🇸 · $30
  • Luca Lee 🇺🇸 · $28

    “Wish I could do more. Been where you are, it gets better. - Dallas”

  • Ayaan A. Tiwari 🇮🇳 · $25
  • Dhruv H. Deshmukh 🇮🇳 · $25
  • Mairead Regan 🇮🇪 · $20

    “Happy to help. Small amount but sent with love. - Kilkenny”

  • Lukas Paul Möller 🇩🇪 · $20

Reviews

2.2(5 reviews)

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  • Carla Greta Galli🇮🇹Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

  • Jose K. Gomez🇺🇸Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

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

  • Vipul S. Dave🇮🇳Verified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    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.

  • Vinícius Gustavo Lacerda🇧🇷Verified helper
    Changed my perspective

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Ellie D. Santiago🇺🇸Verified helper
    Exactly what I needed

    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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  • Andrés D. OchoaAddress verifiedID verified

    Sending love, Daniel. I hope things turn around soon. All the best.

    • Sander Koen Schouten

      Keep going, Daniel. Shared it with a few friends. Love from Dublin

      • Asher Hill

        Sending love. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Love from Rotterdam.

        • Pınar Yasemin Çakır

          wishing you the best, Daniel. It takes guts to ask. Well done

          • Hui Ming Zhu

            Hope it all works out. Your post was clear and honest. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Thinking of Contagem

            • Romeo T. Francisco

              Wishing you peace. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I hope December is when things finally get easier.

              $1,399.50 raised of $1,250

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