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Shivam is a single parent of three children under 9 - help us after a divorce
After a divorce, Shivam is raising three children under 9 alone and needs $500 to stay afloat for 3 months.
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Since a divorce in August, I'm now raising three children under 9 on my own. I work as a retail cashier, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries.
I'm retraining as a medical coder in the evenings, which will triple my income by December, 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.
Every cent is accounted for. I'll share a simple monthly breakdown.
Where the $500 goes:
• Rent top-up: $175
• Childcare and after-school care: $155
• Groceries and school meals: $65
• Course fees and exam costs: $105
I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
- Shivam
Updates from Shivam
Quick update: $250 raised so far (50%). I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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Sending strength, Shivam. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon
Take care, Shivam. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double!
Thinking of you, Shivam. Shared this with my family. Don't give up. Blessings.
You're not alone, Shivam. Your post was clear and honest. Thinking of Nagpur
Sending love, Shivam. Hope you get there. All the best.
Stay strong. It takes guts to ask. Well done. I hope December is when things finally get easier.
Stay strong. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Thinking of Nagpur.
Stay strong, Shivam. I hope things turn around soon. All the best
I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Don't give up. Blessings
Keep going, Shivam. This could happen to any of us. All the best!
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 16 people at work.