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Help Gerald with an overdue water bill before the rainy season

Gerald is behind on water bills after an unexpected car repair and needs $150 to avoid a shut-off.

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Francis L. Francisco
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Manila
The water account is 4 months behind. Gerald received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on October unless $150 is paid. He had never been late before an unexpected car repair. Gerald called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $15 first, which isn't available. The household includes two young children, and going through the rainy season without water isn't safe. We would also lose the ability to run the medical equipment at home. Gerald is working on getting back on his feet, and wants to pay it forward once steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Gerald's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $150 goes: • Utility arrears: $75 • Reconnection and late fees: $20 • Down payment on a payment plan: $55 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to. - Francis
due date
2026-11-20
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

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  • Anonymous 🇮🇩 · $38.50

    “Best of luck. Thought of Gerald all day after reading this. - Kediri”

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  • Sani Kayode Bello 🇳🇬 · $25

    “Hope the October deadline works out. - Asaba”

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  • Ximena A. Ramirez

    Thanks for sharing this. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Take care

    • Antoine Pierre

      Take care, Francis. This could happen to any of us. Thinking of Manila.

      • Avery W. Harper

        Sending love, Francis. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. God bless.

        • Kirana Winda Surya

          Praying for you, Francis. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. Love from Dhaka.

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