Help Antônia with an overdue water bill before the cold months

The water account is 4 months behind. Antônia received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on January unless $300 is paid. She had never been late before an unexpected car repair. Antônia called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $25 first, which isn't available. The household includes a newborn, and going through the cold months without water isn't safe. We can't cook, keep medicine cold or heat the home. Antônia is working on getting back on her feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Antônia's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $300 goes: • Water arrears: $160 • Reconnection and late fees: $40 • Down payment on a payment plan: $100 Every share and every dollar helps.