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Douglas received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent
After a delayed insurance payout, Douglas is 4 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.
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When the textile factory closed in August, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,300.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, we must leave.
I have three school-aged children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
I have started working two part-time jobs, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent.
Where the $4,300 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $360
• Rent arrears (4 months): $3,350
• First month of rent as a buffer: $590
Every share and every dollar helps.
- Douglas
- due date
- 2026-11-19
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Douglas
Quick update: $60 raised so far (1%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Thank you all. We're at 1% now ($60). I'm honestly stunned. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit.
Thank you all. We're at 1% now ($50). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
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a secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My husband and I read this together. Blessings.
best of luck, Douglas. Gave what I could, wish it was more.
Sending love, Douglas. Shared this with my family