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Resettlement support for 7 people arriving in Pittsburgh
After fleeing Myanmar, the Shevchenko family has arrived in Pittsburgh with little more than their documents. They need help with a deposit, furniture and the first months.
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My family left Myanmar 10 months ago after we could no longer live safely. We spent time in a camp before we were resettled in Pittsburgh. We're a family of five and we're safe, but we arrived with very little.
Our resettlement agency has provided 4 months of rent, and that support ends in January.
I was an engineer in Myanmar, and I'm studying the language every evening. Our daughter and son have started school and are doing well.
We want nothing more than to be self-sufficient. This fund will help us through the first six months.
All purchases will be documented and photos shared (with the family's consent).
Where the $3,450 goes:
• Language classes and bus passes: $510
• Winter clothing and school supplies: $530
• Rent deposit and first month: $2,410
Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
- Iván
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Hang in there, Iván. Gave what I could, wish it was more
wishing you peace, Iván. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Pittsburgh.
You're not alone, Iván. Your post was clear and honest.
rooting for you, Iván. Your post was clear and honest. Blessings!
So sorry you're going through this, Iván. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I told my book club about it and three of them are giving too. Thinking of Pittsburgh
Praying for you. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I went through something like this 8 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care.