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Don't let Sophie's family go through the rainy season without electricity
Help Sophie cover an overdue electricity bill so the household stays safe this the rainy season.
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The electricity account is 3 months behind. Sophie received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on October unless $1,000 is paid. She had never been late before an unexpected car repair.
Sophie called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $80 first, which isn't available.
The household includes an elderly mother, and going through the rainy season without electricity isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by.
Sophie is working on getting back on her feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $1,000 goes:
• Utility arrears: $650
• Reconnection and late fees: $95
• Down payment on a payment plan: $255
Please ask me anything in the questions section. I'll answer honestly and quickly.
- Samantha
- due date
- 2026-11-13
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Samantha
Small update. $85 so far, the plan for down payment on a payment plan is now scheduled.
Update from Sacramento: I met with the utility company and confirmed the amounts. We're at 30% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Wishing you peace. I hope things turn around soon. Thinking of Sacramento.
Thinking of you. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Mysuru!
Sending love, Samantha. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Please keep us posted. All the best.
Thanks for sharing this, Samantha. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Love from Augusta.
Sending strength. Looking forward to the next update. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Thinking of Sacramento.
take care. Hope this works out for you. My neighbor in Buenos Aires donated after I showed her your page
You're not alone. This could happen to any of us. Put this on a community board in Parramatta this morning. Love from Parramatta.
Thinking of you, Samantha. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I hope October is when things finally get easier. Love from Quezon City!
Thinking of you, Samantha. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.
So sorry you're going through this, Samantha. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Blessings