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Keep a roof over Gustavo's head in Niterói

The closure of the factory left Gustavo short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.

🇧🇷 Niterói, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil1,830 views
Gustavo Flávio Paiva
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Niterói
After a sudden layoff at the textile factory, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,050. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, 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 night deliveries, 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 $1,050 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $660 • Late fees and court costs: $65 • Utilities in arrears: $40 • First month of rent as a buffer: $285 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
due date
2026-08-24
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Gustavo

  1. Quick update: $839 raised so far (80%). I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 50% now ($528). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears.

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    “Wish I could do more. Hope the August deadline works out. - Kanpur”

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    “Stay strong. Thought of Gustavo all day after reading this. - Lviv”

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    “God bless. Hope the August deadline works out. - Bologna”

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    “Happy to help. My cousin told me about this one. - St. Petersburg”

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  • James Fernandez

    Thinking of you and your family. Hope you get there. Love from Makati.

    • Peter Opio Kiptoo

      I hope things turn around soon. Sent it to 21 people at work.

      • Công Lâm Lieu

        Sending strength, Gustavo. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Please keep us posted. God bless.

        • Manuela Josiane CastroPhoto verified

          Wishing you peace, Gustavo. It takes guts to ask. Well done. The breakdown of costs made it easy to trust. Greetings from Jodhpur.

          • Rania Huda Yassin

            Keep going. Shared this with my family. My husband and I read this together.

            • Rakib Jahid PramanikPhoto verified

              Praying for you. Hope you get there. Thinking of Niterói.

              $1,286 raised of $1,050

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