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Keep a roof over Silas's head in San Francisco
The closure of the factory left Silas short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
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When my hours were cut in half in April, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,500.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by August, we must leave.
I have a toddler and a baby 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 two part-time jobs, 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 $3,500 goes:
• Utilities in arrears: $320
• Rent arrears (3 months): $2,850
• Late fees and court costs: $330
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Silas
- due date
- 2026-07-14
- bill type
- Rent arrears
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Thinking of you and your family, Silas. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Take care.
Thinking of you, Silas. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did.
You're not alone, Silas. Hope you get there. Put this on a community board in Birmingham this morning. God bless.
so sorry you're going through this, Silas. Your post was clear and honest. We're a small family in Pune but we're thinking of you.
You're not alone, Silas. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Wish I lived closer to Oakland so I could bring a meal.
It takes guts to ask. Well done. My neighbor in Leeds donated after I showed her your page. Love from Leeds.
Hope this works out for you. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Karlsruhe.
Sending strength, Silas. This could happen to any of us. I went through something like this 3 years ago and strangers helped me out.
Rooting for you. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. My neighbor in Newcastle upon Tyne donated after I showed her your page. Love from Newcastle upon Tyne.
Thanks for sharing this, Silas. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.