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Rebuilding after the hurricane: Northside village needs your help

The hurricane damaged 68 homes in Northside village. We're raising funds for repairs, supplies and temporary shelter.

🇺🇸 Houston, Texas, United States2,721 views
Maria W. Cohen
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Houston
The hurricane hit Northside village on 10 July. My home was one of 68 damaged, and 4 families are still in temporary shelter at the sports club. 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 $4,700 goes: • Bedding, blankets and mattresses: $890 • Roofing sheets and timber: $2,650 • Clean water and purification supplies: $1,160 Whatever you can give, even just sharing this page, means a lot. - Maria

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    “Praying for you. Gave what I could this week. - Saint Petersburg”

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    “Hang in there! - Augsburg”

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    “Happy to help. Please keep us posted. - Ikeja”

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    “Sending love - Sandton”

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  • Deepa Raju🇮🇳Verified donor
    Outstanding person

    The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.

  • Filippo Guerra🇮🇹Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Tao Hu🇺🇸Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    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.

  • Júlia Martins🇧🇷Verified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

  • Jadwiga Michalak🇵🇱Verified donor
    Great help in a difficult time

    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.

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    Practical and effective help

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

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    Outstanding person

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    Great help in a difficult time

    I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.

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    Restored my faith in humanity

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Liliana Acosta🇦🇷Verified helper
    Quick response, great follow-up

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

  • Renata Aguilar🇲🇽Verified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.

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  • Mathilda BauerQuestionPhoto verified

    any update on how things are going in Houston?

    • a colleague of mine might know someone for this in Texas. I'll ask around and let you know.

      • Sending love. Your post was clear and honest. I'll check back for the next update.

        • hang in there, Maria. Great idea, hope you get there.

          • José Carlos BezerraPhoto verified

            Thinking of you. Hope you get there.

            • Hang in there. Your post was clear and honest. Love from Lyon.

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