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Keep a roof over Lasanthi's head in Colombo
After a long illness, Lasanthi is 2 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.
🇱🇰 Western, Sri Lanka983 views
When my hours were cut in half in April, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a termination letter was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $550.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by June, we must leave.
I've 2 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 $550 goes:
• Rent arrears (2 months): $290
• Late fees and court costs: $30
• Utilities in arrears: $30
• First month of rent as a buffer: $200
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- Lasanthi
- due date
- 2026-06-02
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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“Stay strong. Thought of Lasanthi all day after reading this. - Corpus Christi”
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Stay strong. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I'm in logistics myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.
Thinking of you and your family, Lasanthi. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Wish I lived closer to San Jose so I could bring a meal. All the best.
Wishing you peace, Lasanthi. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Greetings from Quetta.