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Keep a roof over Maria's head in Heraklion

After a cut in working hours, Maria is 5 months behind on rent and has a termination letter from the landlord.

🇬🇷 Heraklion, Crete, Greece1,670 views
Despina Olga Makris
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Heraklion
After a sudden layoff at the warehouse, Maria fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a termination letter was taped to the door, and the amount owed is $2,400. The landlord was understanding for a while, but has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by November, the family must leave. There are 3 children at home. Moving would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. Maria has started working weekend shifts, and is 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 $2,400 goes: • Utilities in arrears: $75 • Rent arrears (5 months): $2,000 • First month of rent as a buffer: $325 If you can't give, please share this page. It does reach people. - Despina
due date
2026-11-04
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Despina

  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 4% funded and we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. - Despina

  2. Small update. $208 so far, we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. - Despina

  3. Update from Heraklion: we've started the first stage. We're at 7% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

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3.7(7 reviews)

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    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.

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  • Clara R. Schultz

    Sending love, Despina. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. I'm in retail myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. God bless.

    • Corazon B. Dizon

      Wishing you the best, Despina. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. God bless

      • Nebiyu Surafel Zewdie

        Sending good thoughts. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Wish I lived closer to Lagos so I could bring a meal.

        • Wojciech Dawid Olszewski

          Good luck, Despina. I hope things turn around soon. All the best.

          • Carter D. Sanchez

            Wishing you peace, Despina. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Wish I lived closer to Cologne so I could bring a meal

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