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Samantha is a single parent of three children under 11 - help us after the death of my husband

Samantha and three children under 11 need a bridge to stability after the death of my husband.

🇬🇧 Southampton, England, United Kingdom3,252 views
Samantha P. Hawkins
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Southampton
After the death of my husband in May, I'm now raising three children under 11 on my own. I work as a school kitchen assistant, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as a web developer in the evenings, which will triple my income by August, but I need to bridge the gap until then. Some weeks I skip meals so my children can eat. I have never asked anyone for help like this before, and I'm doing it for them. Once I finish my course, I'll pay it forward. Money goes toward rent, groceries, after-school care and the cost of my course. I'll give a monthly update with receipts. Where the $3,650 goes: • Rent top-up: $1,700 • Childcare and after-school care: $1,250 • Groceries and school meals: $390 • Course fees and exam costs: $310 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
#single-parent#family#stability

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  • Wangari Lucy Otieno

    Best of luck. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Please keep us posted

    • Juma Tumusiime Shayo

      sending strength. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Don't be hard on yourself for asking. Love from Turin.

      • Nargis Priya Pramanik

        Stay strong, Samantha. Shared this with my family. All the best!

        • Shahana Ruma PramanikID verified

          Wishing you peace, Samantha. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I'm in public service myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you.

          • Hitesh P. GandhiPhoto verified

            Thinking of you and your family, Samantha. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. God bless.

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