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Keep a roof over Charlotte's head in Düsseldorf

A long illness left Charlotte short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.

🇩🇪 Düsseldorf, North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany2,499 views
Charlotte Christina Berger
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Düsseldorf
When my hours were cut in half in January, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,100. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by May, 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 two part-time jobs, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent. Where the $3,100 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $2,150 • Late fees and court costs: $320 • Utilities in arrears: $170 • First month of rent as a buffer: $460 If you're reading this, thank you.
due date
2026-04-20
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

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    “Take care of yourselves. Thought of Charlotte all day after reading this.”

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  • Jannat Tahmina Sarker🇧🇩Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

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    Practical and effective help

    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.

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  • Quinn G. Turner

    sending good thoughts, Charlotte. Shared this with my family.

    • Solène Louis

      Hope it all works out, Charlotte. This could happen to any of us. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. God bless

      • Unathi E. Davids

        Thinking of you and your family, Charlotte. This could happen to any of us. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Greetings from Los Angeles

        • Nazia Anum Rehman

          Thinking of you and your family, Charlotte. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Bhaktapur

          • Priscila Amanda Pereira

            Hope things get better soon. Your post was clear and honest. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Greetings from Surakarta.

            • Wellington Luiz AlbuquerqueAddress verified

              Hope things get better soon. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I went through something like this 12 years ago and strangers helped me out.

              • Lily Parks

                Thanks for sharing this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. It's not much but it's yours. Blessings!

                • Janet Rios

                  This could happen to any of us. Love from Ciudad de México

                  • Emery Sutton

                    Wishing you peace. Shared this with my family. I have a 15 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Ciudad de México.

                    • Brooklyn B. Chavez

                      thinking of you, Charlotte. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier.

                      • Nova Munoz

                        wishing you the best, Charlotte. Shared this with my family. Sent it to 10 people at work

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