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Isaac is a single parent of a toddler and a seven-year-old - help us after my partner leaving

Isaac and a toddler and a seven-year-old need a bridge to stability after my partner leaving.

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Isaac Adewale Yakubu
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Ogbomosho
Last July I went through my partner leaving, and I'm now raising a toddler and a seven-year-old 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 bookkeeper in the evenings, which will triple my income by November, 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 $550 goes: • Rent top-up: $220 • Childcare and after-school care: $140 • Groceries and school meals: $110 • Course fees and exam costs: $80 If you're reading this, thank you. - Isaac

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    Reliable and compassionate

    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.

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    Very responsive and caring

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

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    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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  • Thinking of you and your family, Isaac. Shared it with a few friends. Thinking of Ogbomosho.

    • Sending good thoughts. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. After 25 years in hospitality I know how hard it's to ask for anything. All the best.

      • Sending good thoughts, Isaac. I hope things turn around soon. All the best.

        • I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Greetings from Gazipur.

          • Wishing you the best, Isaac. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Put this on a community board in Davao City this morning.

            • Hope it all works out, Isaac. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. All the best.

              • Sending good thoughts, Isaac. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes.

                • you're not alone, Isaac. Looking forward to the next update. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Blessings.

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