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Don't let Juan's family go through the cold months without electricity
Juan is behind on electricity bills after losing my job in May and needs $250 to avoid a shut-off.
🇨🇴 Bogotá, Bogotá D.C., Colombia742 views
The electricity account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on August unless I pay $250. I have never been late before losing my job in May.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $20 first, which I don't have.
I live with three children under ten, and going through the cold months without electricity 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 Juan's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $250 goes:
• Electricity arrears: $170
• Reconnection and late fees: $40
• Down payment on a payment plan: $40
With deep gratitude,
Juan
- due date
- 2024-07-31
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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Thanks for sharing this, Juan. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together. Love from Pune
Good luck, Juan. This could happen to any of us. Take care.
Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. We're a small family in Fort Collins but we're thinking of you.
Keep going, Juan. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Thinking of Bogotá
Hang in there, Juan. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Blessings.
Hang in there, Juan. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. After 7 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Take care.
wishing you peace. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Durham.
Hang in there. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected!
Hang in there, Juan. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I'll check back for the next update. All the best
sending strength, Juan. Hope this works out for you. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. All the best
Good luck, Juan. Hope you get there. God bless.
take care, Juan. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Bogotá
Sending strength. I hope things turn around soon. After 28 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.