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Brandon and a teenage son and a daughter in primary school need a bridge to stability after the death of my husband.

🇬🇧 Leeds, England, United Kingdom3,033 views
Brandon J. Chapman
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After the death of my husband in April, I'm now raising a teenage son and a daughter in primary school on my own. I work as a driver, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as a teaching assistant in the evenings, which will triple my income by June, but I need to bridge the gap until then. Some weeks I skip meals so my children can eat. I have never asked anyone for help like this before, and I'm doing it for them. Once I finish my course, I'll pay it forward. Money goes toward rent, groceries, after-school care and the cost of my course. I'll give a monthly update with receipts. Where the $4,300 goes: • Rent top-up: $1,850 • Childcare and after-school care: $1,250 • Groceries and school meals: $720 • Course fees and exam costs: $480 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Brandon

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  • Ahmad Aditya Sihombing🇮🇩Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Selin Tuğba Coşkun🇩🇪Verified donor
    Trustworthy helper

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Natalia L. Taylor🇨🇦Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

  • Elena D. Ochoa🇨🇴Verified helper
    Really cared about my situation

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Ibrahim Mahmoud Hegazy🇪🇬Verified helper
    Truly grateful for the support

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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  • praying for you. Gave what I could, wish it was more. After 26 years in public service I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Thinking of Leeds.

    • Hope things get better soon, Brandon. I hope things turn around soon. I'll check back for the next update

      • Sending strength, Brandon. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of Leeds

        • Take care, Brandon. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. After 10 years in engineering I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Daegu.

          • Wishing you the best. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I hope June is when things finally get easier. All the best

            • Best of luck. Hope you get there. I have a 13 year old who wants to send good wishes too. All the best

              • Good luck, Brandon. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Wish I lived closer to Jakarta Selatan so I could bring a meal.

                • Thinking of you and your family, Brandon. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. All the best.

                  • A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of Leeds.

                    • Keep going. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Jakarta Selatan

                      • Keep going, Brandon. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I'll check back for the next update.

                        • Wishing you the best, Brandon. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

                          • Renate Petra SchäferPhoto verified

                            Thanks for sharing this, Brandon. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Put this on a community board in Los Angeles this morning. Thinking of Leeds

                            • Wishing you the best, Brandon. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Greetings from Monterrey

                              • Thinking of you. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Love from Lagos

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