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Help me finish a degree in social work at Manukau State College - $1,750 to go

Teresa has worked and saved for four years to study a degree in social work; a $1,750 gap now stands between her and graduation.

🇳🇿 Manukau, Auckland, New Zealand2,493 views
Teresa G. Garza
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Manukau
I'm the first person in my family to go to university. I'm studying a degree in social work at Manukau State College, and I'm one term away from graduating. I have worked as a delivery rider to pay my way, but this term my hours were cut and I have an unpaid balance of $1,750. The registrar has told me I can't enroll for the next term until the balance is cleared. I have a 3.6 average, and my professor has written in support of my application for a payment plan. Graduating means a stable job and the chance to support my younger siblings. Without enrolling this term I'd lose my place and my scholarship eligibility. I'm not asking for a handout - I want to finish what I started and then help the next student. The payment will go directly to the Manukau State College bursar's office. I'll post the receipt. Where the $1,750 goes: • Final term tuition: $1,350 • Textbooks and materials: $240 • Exam and lab fees: $160 Thanks for reading all this.
due date
2026-11-16
bill type
University tuition
#tuition#first-generation#graduation#education

Updates from Teresa

  1. Update from Manukau: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 23% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Update from Manukau: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 7% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Good news. Because of your gifts ($95 in total) I met with the university and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    “Wish I could do more. Only $200 but hope it helps. - Hubballi”

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    “Best of luck. Thought of Teresa all day after reading this. - Iași”

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Reviews

1.7(3 reviews)

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  • Esteban B. Ríos🇦🇷Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

    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.

  • Farhan Irfan Warraich🇵🇰Verified helper
    Helped when no one else could

    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.

  • Daniela A. Bravo🇦🇷Verified helper
    Great help in a difficult time

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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  • Priya A. BishtPhoto verified

    You're not alone, Teresa. Looking forward to the next update!

    • Aria A. Martinez

      Wishing you peace, Teresa. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Manukau.

      • Peter Kioko Kato

        Best of luck, Teresa. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Blessings.

        • Donna Henderson

          your post was clear and honest. Greetings from Chennai!

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