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Keep the electricity and water on at Eli's home in Jacksonville
Eli is behind on electricity and water bills after losing my job in June and needs $750 to avoid a shut-off.
🇺🇸 Jacksonville, Florida, United States1,621 views
The electricity and water account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on September unless I pay $750. I have never been late before losing my job in June.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $175 first, which I don't have.
I live with two young children, and going through winter without electricity and water isn't safe. Without it we can't refrigerate insulin and food, or keep the house at a safe temperature.
I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady.
Every dollar goes to the account in Eli's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates.
Where the $750 goes:
• Electricity arrears: $420
• Reconnection and late fees: $155
• Down payment on a payment plan: $175
I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.
- due date
- 2026-09-29
- bill type
- Utility arrears
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Take care. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My neighbor in Ribeirão Preto donated after I showed her your page. Thinking of Jacksonville
Good luck. Looking forward to the next update. Sent it to 30 people at work. Love from Marseille.
Sending strength, Eli. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Blessings.
you're not alone. Looking forward to the next update. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry. Take care.
Sending strength. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Greetings from Veracruz.