Skip to content
HelpBLESS
Join free
Browse needsPeopleFeedDonationsHow it worksPost a needSign in
Bills & expensesEmergency & crisisUrgent

Keep the water on at Mason's home in Oakland

Mason is behind on water bills after a reduction in hours and needs $450 to avoid a shut-off.

🇺🇸 United States1,089 views
Mason J. Hunt
Email verified
Oakland
The water account is 2 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on November unless I pay $450. I have never been late before a reduction in hours. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $180 first, which I don't have. I live with a parent on oxygen therapy, and going through the rainy season without 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 Mason's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $450 goes: • Electricity arrears: $195 • Reconnection and late fees: $110 • Down payment on a payment plan: $145 Thank you for reading my story.
due date
2026-10-24
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Mason

No updates yet. Supporters are notified when the owner posts one.

Donations

RecentTop gifts
  • Sneha D. Verma 🇮🇳 · $75
  • Eli Matthews 🇺🇸 · $67
  • Udom Somsak Thammasat 🇹🇭 · $66
  • Elias C. May 🇬🇧 · $66
  • Benjamin Legaspi 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $33

    “Thought of Mason all day after reading this. - Pune”

  • Günter Thomas 🇩🇪 · $25

    “Hope it all works out. From Düsseldorf with love.”

  • Anonymous 🇮🇳 · $10

    “You got this. Thought of Mason all day after reading this.”

Reviews

2.0(3 reviews)

Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.

  • Dennis Kobina Amponsah🇬🇭Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Frank Kelvin Peprah🇬🇭Verified helper
    Practical and effective help

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Mario Aldo Mancini🇮🇹Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

Questions & comments

Ask before you give. Email-verified members can comment and ask questions - no donation needed.

Sign in or create a free account to join the conversation.

  • Dong-hyun SonQuestion

    is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Mason.

    • Mason J. HuntOwnerAnswer

      The list at the bottom is the whole picture. electricity arrears is the biggest at $195. Let me know if you want more detail.

  • Souad Amin

    Thinking of you. I hope things turn around soon. It's not much but it's yours

    • Okello Wafula Kariuki

      wishing you the best, Mason. Hope you get there. We're a small family in Los Angeles but we're thinking of you. Blessings.

      • Rahayu Okta Wardana

        Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. Thinking of Oakland

        • Tomás B. GalindoAddress verifiedID verified

          Thinking of you and your family. Shared it with a few friends. My neighbor in Wellington donated after I showed her your page. All the best.

          • Rima Sawsan Al-Farsi

            best of luck. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Greetings from Brest.

            $392 raised of $450

            Give

            More people who need help