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Rebuilding after the heatwave: the Hillcrest neighborhood needs your help

Neighbors in the Hillcrest neighborhood are rebuilding after the heatwave; every contribution goes to materials and supplies.

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Vandana H. Tandon
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Nagpur
The heatwave hit the Hillcrest neighborhood on 10 June. My home was one of 56 damaged, and 3 families are still in temporary shelter at a borrowed warehouse. The first few days we shared what little we had. Now the cleanup has started, but we've no money for materials and winter or the rainy season is coming. Schools in the area have been closed, and the clinic lost its cold storage for vaccines. We're a small community of working families who have never asked for help before. We have formed a volunteer committee, and I'm the treasurer, so I'll post receipts for everything we buy. We buy supplies locally and in bulk, so the money goes further. Receipts and photos will be posted in updates. Where the $1,350 goes: • Roofing sheets and timber: $480 • Clean water and purification supplies: $140 • Bedding, blankets and mattresses: $220 • Food parcels for displaced families: $280 • Tools and labor for repairs: $230 I'll keep this page updated with receipts as things happen.

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    “Rooting for you. Thought of Vandana all day after reading this.”

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2.3(7 reviews)

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  • Nevaeh K. Campbell🇺🇸Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    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.

  • Jasmine R. Gonzales🇵🇭Verified donor
    Exceptional service

    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.

  • Mohammed Sami Khoury🇪🇬Verified donor
    Genuine person with a big heart

    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.

  • Fatima Temitope Nwachukwu🇳🇬Verified donor
    Delivered on promises

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

  • Ruma Maliha Sikder🇮🇳Verified helper
    Made a real difference

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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    Exceeded expectations

    I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.

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    Exactly what I needed

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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  • Keep going, Vandana. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

    • rooting for you, Vandana. I hope things turn around soon.

      • More neighborhoods should do this. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money

        • so sorry you're going through this, Vandana. More neighborhoods should do this. Thinking of Nagpur!

          • good luck. Your post was clear and honest. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.

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