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Keep a roof over Akinyi's head in Nairobi
A delayed insurance payout left Akinyi short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
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When my hours were cut in half in April, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $600.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by June, we must leave.
I have three school-aged 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $600 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $380
• Late fees and court costs: $35
• Utilities in arrears: $15
• First month of rent as a buffer: $170
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- due date
- 2025-07-05
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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“Take care of yourselves. Hope the June deadline works out. - Regensburg”
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Sending good thoughts. This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.
Sending good thoughts. This could happen to any of us. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Brampton
Hope this works out for you. I hope June is when things finally get easier