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Don't let Itzel's family go through winter without electricity and water
Help Itzel cover an overdue electricity and water bill so the household stays safe this winter.
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The electricity and water account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless I pay $650. I have never been late before August's medical emergency.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $155 first, which I don't have.
I live with an elderly mother, and going through winter without electricity and water isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature.
I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady.
Every dollar goes to the account in Itzel's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $650 goes:
• Electricity arrears: $290
• Reconnection and late fees: $100
• Down payment on a payment plan: $260
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2026-10-15
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Itzel
We're at 8% thanks to 3 of you. I made the first payment toward electricity arrears. More news soon.
Thank you all. We're at 6% now ($40). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward down payment on a payment plan.
- Emma S. Silva 🇺🇸 · $10
- Brandon S. Barnett 🇨🇦 · $13
“Been where you're, it gets better. - Montréal”
- Lina Braun 🇩🇪 · $10
“Take care of yourselves! - Braunschweig”
- Anonymous 🇮🇩 · $30
“Blessings. Hope this covers a bit of it. - Jakarta Selatan”
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is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Itzel.
The list at the bottom is the whole picture. electricity arrears is the biggest at $290. Appreciate you taking the time.
Sending good thoughts, Itzel. Your post was clear and honest. All the best.
Hope it all works out. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Take care.
Shared this with my family. Greetings from Setagaya!
Keep going. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. It's not much but it's yours. God bless!
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Itzel?
Thank you. If you're in San Jose I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Thanks for asking.
rooting for you, Itzel. Looking forward to the next update.
Thinking of you and your family, Itzel. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of San Jose.
Sending love. Hope this works out for you. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Greetings from São Paulo.
Praying for you, Itzel. Shared this with my family. All the best
Hope things get better soon. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. All the best.
Rooting for you. I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Casablanca this morning.