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Keep a roof over Lasanthi's head in Dehiwala

After the closure of the factory, Lasanthi is 4 months behind on rent and has a court summons for non-payment from the landlord.

🇱🇰 Dehiwala, Western, Sri Lanka568 views
Lasanthi Zoysa
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Dehiwala
When my hours were cut in half in June, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $800. 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 4 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $800 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $570 • Utilities in arrears: $60 • First month of rent as a buffer: $170 Glad we found this place. - Lasanthi
due date
2025-09-18
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Lasanthi

  1. Quick update: $303 raised so far (38%). I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 29% now ($235). I'm honestly stunned. the first invoice got paid this week.

  3. Good news. Because of your gifts ($35 in total) the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    “Blessings. I'm in Radom, thinking of you. - Radom”

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    “All the best. - Brandon”

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    “Sending love. Thought of Lasanthi all day after reading this.”

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  • Lilian Mercy LyimoQuestionPhoto verified

    Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Dehiwala.

    • Lasanthi ZoysaOwnerAnswer

      Sharing the link is the biggest thing. And if you know anything about rent arrears (4 months), advice is welcome too. Thanks, that means a lot.

  • Ajay W. Kumar

    Best of luck, Lasanthi. Hope you get there. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Love from Nsukka

    • Shyam Shyam Koirala

      Praying for you. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. We're a small family in Bengaluru but we're thinking of you. Blessings.

      $312.50 raised of $800

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