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Keep the electricity and water on at Micah's home in Oakland
Micah is behind on electricity and water bills after an unexpected car repair and needs $450 to avoid a shut-off.
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The electricity and water account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on July unless I pay $450. I have never been late before an unexpected car repair.
I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $135 first, which I don't have.
I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through the cold months without electricity and water isn't safe. The children would have no light to study by.
I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady.
The money will go directly to the utility provider, and I'll post the paid statement here.
Where the $450 goes:
• Utility arrears: $210
• Reconnection and late fees: $95
• Down payment on a payment plan: $145
Glad we found this place.
- Micah
- due date
- 2025-06-22
- bill type
- Utility arrears
Updates from Micah
Quick update: $105 raised so far (23%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
Wanted to say thank you properly. 12% funded and I made the first payment toward reconnection and late fees.
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So sorry you're going through this, Micah. Shared it with a few friends. My neighbor in Dayton donated after I showed her your page. Love from Dayton.
Thinking of you, Micah. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money!
Wishing you peace. I hope things turn around soon. I'll check back for the next update.