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Keep a roof over Addison's head in Bakersfield
The loss of a second income left Addison short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
🇺🇸 Bakersfield, California, United States1,655 views
When my hours were cut in half in November, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,300.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by March, we must leave.
I have two young children at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
I have started working weekend shifts, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here.
The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done.
Where the $3,300 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,700
• First month of rent as a buffer: $470
• Late fees and court costs: $130
Thanks for reading all this.
- due date
- 2026-03-20
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Addison
Quick update: $530 raised so far (16%). I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Stay strong. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. After 24 years in social work I know how hard it's to ask for anything. God bless.
Shared it with a few friends. My neighbor in Lagos donated after I showed her your page
It takes guts to ask. Well done. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Love from Mexicali.
Sending strength, Addison. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up. Love from Rochester
good luck, Addison. Shared it with a few friends.
Keep going. This could happen to any of us. My neighbor in San Francisco donated after I showed her your page
Rooting for you, Addison. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Greetings from Nuremberg.
Rooting for you, Addison. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My husband and I read this together. Blessings.
Hope it all works out. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Sent it to 31 people at work.
Hang in there. Hope you get there. After 9 years in engineering I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Jakarta Barat.