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Raphaël received an eviction notice - help us catch up on rent

A car accident left Raphaël short on rent for 5 months; help us stay in our home.

🇫🇷 Occitanie, France3,569 views
Raphaël Fabrice Vidal
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Toulouse
When the warehouse closed in July, I fell 5 months behind on rent. Last Monday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,150. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by October, we must leave. I have a teenager still in school 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 evenings as a cleaner, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent. Where the $3,150 goes: • First month of rent as a buffer: $970 • Rent arrears (5 months): $2,050 • Utilities in arrears: $130 Glad we found this place.
due date
2026-09-15
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Raphaël

  1. Quick update: $2,009 raised so far (64%). the plan for first month of rent as a buffer is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Small update. $1,769 so far, I made the first payment toward utilities in arrears.

  3. Wanted to say thank you properly. 18% funded and I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. - Raphaël

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    “Thinking of you. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Jimma”

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    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.

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  • Sara Saba Haile

    So sorry you're going through this, Raphaël. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected. Greetings from Hialeah.

    • Ayesha Sana Javed

      Sending strength, Raphaël. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 14 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Thinking of Toulouse

      • Omar Salim Zidan

        hope it all works out, Raphaël. Shared this with my family. My neighbor in Coventry donated after I showed her your page. Take care!

        • Gifty Elizabeth Yeboah

          Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of Toulouse.

          • Avery S. Rodriguez

            Take care, Raphaël. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double.

            • Joost Marcel Van DamID verified

              keep going, Raphaël. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Blessings

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