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Help Eleanor get through 3 hard months with a teenage son and a daughter in primary school

After a divorce, Eleanor is raising a teenage son and a daughter in primary school alone and needs $3,350 to stay afloat for 3 months.

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Eleanor M. Tucker
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Since a divorce in December, I'm now raising a teenage son and a daughter in primary school on my own. I work as a school kitchen assistant, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as a dental nurse in the evenings, which will triple my income by March, 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 $3,350 goes: • Groceries and school meals: $940 • Rent top-up: $2,100 • Course fees and exam costs: $310 I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.

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2.7(6 reviews)

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  • Miles M. Larson🇺🇸Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Thu Ngân Quach🇻🇳Verified helper
    Outstanding person

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Abhishek K. Oberoi🇮🇳Verified helper
    Made a real difference

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

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    Went above and beyond

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Exceeded expectations

    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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  • Keep going. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Greetings from İzmir

    • Hope things get better soon, Eleanor. Shared it with a few friends.

      • Hope it all works out, Eleanor. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I hope March is when things finally get easier. Blessings.

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