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Keep a roof over Harold's head in Tallahassee

A termination letter arrived last week. Harold needs $4,300 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Tallahassee.

🇺🇸 Tallahassee, Florida, United States1,872 views
Harold E. Lawrence
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Tallahassee
After a sudden layoff at the construction firm, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Monday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,300. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave. I've 1 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $4,300 goes: • Rent arrears (3 months): $3,050 • Late fees and court costs: $370 • Utilities in arrears: $200 • First month of rent as a buffer: $680 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it. - Harold
due date
2026-10-12
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Harold

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 41% funded and the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled.

  2. Quick update: $1,357 raised so far (32%). the first invoice got paid this week. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  3. Update from Tallahassee: the first invoice got paid this week. We're at 20% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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    “Stay strong - Huntsville”

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    “Thought of Harold all day after reading this. - Contagem”

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    “Take care of yourselves. Only $200 but hope it helps. - Embakasi”

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    “God bless. Gave what I could this week. - Muzaffarpur”

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    “Hope it all works out. My father told me about this one. - Jabalpur”

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    “Thinking of you. Only $53 but hope it helps. - Johannesburg”

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    “Good luck. Thought of Harold all day after reading this. - Madrid”

Reviews

4.3(4 reviews)

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  • Janet J. Campos🇦🇺Verified donor
    Outstanding person

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

  • Cynthia W. Luna🇺🇸Verified helper
    Patient and understanding

    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.

  • Russell P. Little🇺🇸Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    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.

  • Si-woo In-ho Ahn🇰🇷Verified helper
    Professional and kind

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

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  • Levi N. Burrell

    Sending love, Harold. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Blessings

    • Lorena Natália Rezende

      Best of luck. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My neighbor in Berlin donated after I showed her your page.

      • Alberto J. Flores

        I hope things turn around soon. Love from La Plata

        • Laura A. Paredes

          A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Wish I lived closer to Mysuru so I could bring a meal.

          • Giannis Antonios Vasileiou

            Stay strong. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money.

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