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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Declan's family in Coventry

A court summons for non-payment arrived last week. Declan needs $3,150 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Coventry.

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Declan J. Murphy
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Coventry
When my hours were cut in half in June, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Monday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,150. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by September, we must leave. I have a toddler and a baby at home. Moving isn't just an expense - it would mean new schools, a new commute and no deposit to put down anywhere else. I have started working night deliveries, and I'm applying for help from local services, but nothing will arrive in time without the rest of the gap covered here. The money will be paid directly to the landlord and I'll upload the receipt once it's done. Where the $3,150 goes: • Rent arrears (2 months): $2,050 • Late fees and court costs: $250 • Utilities in arrears: $310 • First month of rent as a buffer: $540 Thank you for reading my story. - Declan
due date
2026-09-19
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Declan

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($1,773 in total) I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($855 in total) the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    “Wish I could do more. Thought of Declan all day after reading this. - Manchester”

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  • Sabina Tania Siddique

    Rooting for you. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. Love from Magelang!

    • Gemma M. RamirezPhoto verified

      Stay strong, Declan. Hope you get there. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry.

      • Pablo C. Contreras

        I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. I'm in construction myself and wanted you to know we're cheering for you. Thinking of Coventry.

        • Alejandra G. RuizPhoto verified

          Hope it all works out, Declan. This could happen to any of us. I'll check back for the next update.

          • Bhavani N. Nayak

            wishing you peace, Declan. Hope this works out for you. Don't be hard on yourself for asking.

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