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Keep a roof over Folake's head in Badagry
The closure of the factory left Folake short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
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After a car accident that kept me from work for 4 weeks, Folake fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a notice to vacate was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $500.
The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by July, the family must leave.
There are 3 children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else.
Folake has started working evenings as a cleaner, and is 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 $500 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $340
• Late fees and court costs: $35
• Utilities in arrears: $35
• First month of rent as a buffer: $90
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- due date
- 2026-06-21
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Chidi
Thank you all. We're at 12% now ($60). I'm honestly stunned. I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.
Update from Badagry: the plan for late fees and court costs is now scheduled. We're at 6% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
- Stephanie N. Keller 🇺🇸 · $75
“Hope it all works out. My neighbor told me about this one. - Austin”
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- Roman D. Simpson 🇬🇧 · $20
“Stay strong. Only $20 but hope it helps. - Cardiff”
- Sade Nkechi Obi 🇳🇬 · $10
- Sachiko Hayashi 🇯🇵 · $20
- Luana Gabriela Correia 🇧🇷 · $10
“From my family to yours. Gave what I could this week. - Salvador”
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Keep going, Chidi. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like
Keep going, Chidi. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Take care.