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Keep a roof over Kees's head in Haarlem

A divorce left Kees short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.

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Kees Gerrit Kuipers
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Haarlem
When my hours were cut in half in August, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Monday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,350. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, 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 weekend shifts, 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 $2,350 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $390 • Rent arrears (3 months): $1,850 • Utilities in arrears: $110 If you're reading this, thank you. - Kees
due date
2026-10-25
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Kees

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($902 in total) we've started the first stage. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    “Take care of yourselves. Thought of Kees all day after reading this. - Dundee”

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    “Thought of Kees all day after reading this. - Naivasha”

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    “Take care of yourselves. Hope the December deadline works out. - Ciudad de México”

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3.8(5 reviews)

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  • Isaiah G. Curtis🇺🇸Verified donor
    Changed my perspective

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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    Helped when no one else could

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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    Helped when no one else could

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

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  • Komal P. Vyas

    Thinking of you and your family, Kees. I hope things turn around soon

    • Mitu Nipa SarkerQuestion

      is there anything that isn't money that would help Kees?

      • Kees Gerrit KuipersOwnerAnswerID verifiedPhoto verified

        Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about first month of rent as a buffer, advice is welcome too. Fair thing to want to know.

    • Brigitte Christina Bauer

      Good luck. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'll check back for the next update. Greetings from Rohini

      • Raphaël Fabrice Simon

        Take care, Kees. I hope things turn around soon. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home

        • Marie ZimmermannQuestion

          Is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Kees

          • Kees Gerrit KuipersOwnerAnswerID verifiedPhoto verified

            Everything on the list is an amount I've been quoted or invoiced. first month of rent as a buffer comes first ($390) and I'll update the page as each thing gets paid. Happy to explain more.

        • Elmarie R. Cele

          Thanks for sharing this. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Thinking of Haarlem.

          • Michael S. Morrison

            Hope it all works out, Kees. I hope things turn around soon. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

            • Yves ChevalierID verified

              Thanks for sharing this, Kees. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. God bless.

              • Giang Hà Dinh

                Thanks for sharing this, Kees. Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Haarlem.

                • Ali Samir Fahmy

                  Wishing you the best, Kees. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better.

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