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House fire that spread across the block in Brampton: help Hillcrest village rebuild

Neighbors in Hillcrest village are rebuilding after the house fire that spread across the block; every contribution goes to materials and supplies.

🇨🇦 Brampton, Ontario, Canada757 views
Ruby T. Gonzalez
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Brampton
The house fire that spread across the block hit Hillcrest village on 27 August. My home was one of 42 damaged, and 5 families are still in temporary shelter at the local school gym. The first few days we shared what little we had. Now the cleanup has started, but we've no money for materials and winter or the rainy season is coming. Schools in the area have been closed, and the clinic lost its cold storage for vaccines. We're a small community of working families who have never asked for help before. We have formed a volunteer committee, and I'm the treasurer, so I'll post receipts for everything we buy. We buy supplies locally and in bulk, so the money goes further. Receipts and photos will be posted in updates. Where the $3,400 goes: • Tools and labor for repairs: $1,750 • Food parcels for displaced families: $1,150 • Clean water and purification supplies: $500 With deep gratitude, Ruby

Updates from Ruby

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($572 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Update from Brampton: we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. We're at 15% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  3. Quick update: $225 raised so far (7%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

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  • Miguel F. Ramírez 🇦🇷 · $200
  • Hannah A. Leonard 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Pari C. Panwar 🇮🇳 · $20
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    “Thought of Ruby all day after reading this. - Üsküdar”

  • Larissa Juliana Nunes 🇧🇷 · $10
  • Bolaji Yinka Idowu 🇳🇬 · $15

    “Get well soon. Only $15 but hope it helps. - Abuja”

  • Mateo W. Luna 🇦🇷 · $25
  • Isabelle E. Watkins 🇦🇺 · $232
  • Busaba Uthai Boonmee 🇹🇭 · $25
  • Ulla Danielsson 🇸🇪 · $100
  • Craig Chapman 🇬🇧 · $100

Reviews

3.3(8 reviews)

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  • Tammy J. Lee🇦🇺Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    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.

  • Manuela Adriana Borges🇧🇷Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

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

  • Vino Gunawan Surya🇮🇩Verified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Hina Nimra Awan🇵🇰Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    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.

  • Svetlana Zlata Pavlenko🇺🇦Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    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.

  • Verónica T. Orozco🇲🇽Verified donor
    Made me feel heard

    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.

  • Sinan Okan Aslan🇹🇷Verified donor
    Exceeded expectations

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Shanice W. Ellis🇯🇲Verified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • Praying for you. Hope the build day goes well, wish I lived closer. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Perth.

    • Wishing you the best, Ruby. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'll check back for the next update.

      • Hang in there, Ruby. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together

        • Best of luck, Ruby. It takes guts to ask. Well done. God bless.

          • hang in there. This could happen to any of us. I have a 17 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.

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