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Gas shut-off notice: help Ismael pay $200

Ismael is behind on gas bills after a reduction in hours and needs $200 to avoid a shut-off.

🇵🇭 Cebu City, Cebu, Philippines1,118 views
Ismael K. Mercado
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Cebu City
The gas account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on February unless I pay $200. I have never been late before a reduction in hours. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $30 first, which I don't have. I live with a disabled brother, and going through the rainy season without gas isn't safe. We can't cook, keep medicine cold or heat the home. 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 Ismael's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $200 goes: • Heating arrears: $100 • Reconnection and late fees: $35 • Down payment on a payment plan: $65 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Ismael
due date
2025-02-16
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Ismael

  1. Quick update: $50 raised so far (25%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Update from Cebu City: I made the first payment toward down payment on a payment plan. We're at 25% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Quick update: $40 raised so far (20%). the plan for reconnection and late fees is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Óscar J. Villalobos

    You're not alone, Ismael. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Greetings from Tokyo.

    • Aaron H. Romero

      Hope things get better soon, Ismael. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

      • Bithi Sumaiya AkterQuestion

        is there anything that isn't money that would help Ismael?

        • Ismael K. MercadoOwnerAnswer

          Thank you. If you're in Cebu City I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Fair thing to want to know.

      • Randall B. Payne

        Sending good thoughts. This could happen to any of us. I'm in hospitality myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. All the best.

        • Daniela H. Quintero

          Sending good thoughts. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Tema.

          • David L. HernandezID verifiedPhoto verified

            Thinking of you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My father had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Thinking of Cebu City.

            • Iván H. Cordero

              Sending good thoughts, Ismael. Hope you get there. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Take care.

              • Grace Florence Waweru

                So sorry you're going through this, Ismael. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.

                • Adjoa Abena Peprah

                  you're not alone, Ismael. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. All the best

                  • Ana Silva

                    Hang in there, Ismael. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best.

                    • Christian N. Soriano

                      Stay strong, Ismael. Shared it with a few friends. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend

                      • Aleena Kiran Warraich

                        Praying for you, Ismael. Hope you get there. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Lagos.

                        • Márcio Raimundo Cunha

                          sending strength. Your post was clear and honest. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Take care.

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