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Don't let Rashid's family go through summer without electricity

Help Rashid cover an overdue electricity bill so the household stays safe this summer.

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Rashid Umar Ahmed
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Lahore
The electricity account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on September unless I pay $100. 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 summer without electricity isn't safe. We would also lose the ability to run the medical equipment at home. I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady. The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here. Where the $100 goes: • Heating arrears: $75 • Reconnection and late fees: $20 • Down payment on a payment plan: $5 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot. - Rashid
due date
2026-08-09
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Rashid

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 70% funded and I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts.

  2. Update from Lahore: the plan for heating arrears is now scheduled. We're at 70% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Update from Lahore: the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. We're at 25% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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  • Harper F. Sanders🇺🇸Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

  • Niall O'Reilly🇮🇪Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

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    Truly grateful for the support

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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    Amazing support system

    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.

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  • Citlali P. Rangel

    Wishing you peace, Rashid. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.

    • Dina Leila Mourad

      Wishing you the best, Rashid. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Wish I lived closer to Belo Horizonte so I could bring a meal. Thinking of Lahore.

      • Gül Melek Erdoğan

        Thanks for sharing this, Rashid. This could happen to any of us.

        • Amol M. Bhide

          Thinking of you and your family. Shared it with a few friends. After 30 years in teaching I know how hard it's to ask for anything.

          $125 raised of $100

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