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Help Gareth get through 5 hard months with two young children
A single father in Paarl needs help with childcare, groceries and rent while Gareth retrains.
🇿🇦 Paarl, Western Cape, South Africa679 views
Since the death of my husband in March, I'm now raising two young children 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 medical coder 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.
Every cent is accounted for. I'll share a simple monthly breakdown.
Where the $550 goes:
• Course fees and exam costs: $80
• Groceries and school meals: $290
• Childcare and after-school care: $180
I hope life is good to you.
Updates from Gareth
Good news. Because of your gifts ($383 in total) I made the first payment toward groceries and school meals. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.
We're at 57% thanks to 3 of you. we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. More news soon.
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“Best of luck. Hope the June deadline works out. - Ciudad de México”
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I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Bristol.
You're not alone, Gareth. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon.
Sending strength. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. All the best
Sending love. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 35 people at work
best of luck. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. God bless.