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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Kai's family in Scranton

A divorce left Kai short on rent for 2 months; help us stay in our home.

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Kai Zhe Wang
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Scranton
When my hours were cut in half in April, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,350. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by June, we must leave. I have two young children 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 weekend shifts, 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 $3,350 goes: • Rent arrears (2 months): $2,150 • Late fees and court costs: $250 • Utilities in arrears: $220 • First month of rent as a buffer: $730 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure. - Kai
due date
2025-06-01
bill type
Rent arrears

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  • Sending strength, Kai. Hope this works out for you.

    • can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Scranton!

      • Kai Zhe WangOwnerAnswer

        Thank you. If you're in Scranton I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Fair thing to want to know.

    • Carlos GuerreroPhoto verified

      Hope it all works out, Kai. Gave what I could, wish it was more. This is the second need I've supported on here and the first that made me cry!

      • Hope this works out for you. After 13 years in logistics I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Love from Limerick

        • Hang in there, Kai. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We're a small family in Pasig but we're thinking of you. All the best

          • Thinking of you, Kai. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Sent it to 36 people at work. God bless.

            • Parvin Shirin JahanPhoto verified

              Take care. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. It's not much but it's yours. Love from Narayanganj.

              • Sending strength. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of Scranton

                • Sending good thoughts. Hope you get there. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day

                  • Stay strong, Kai. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. We're a small family in Onitsha but we're thinking of you.

                    • Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Thinking of Scranton.

                      • Hope it all works out, Kai. Gave what I could, wish it was more. My neighbor in Mumbai donated after I showed her your page.

                        • thinking of you and your family, Kai. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My neighbor in Amsterdam donated after I showed her your page. God bless!

                          • thinking of you. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend

                            • Lena Sabine BeckPhoto verified

                              Thinking of you. Hope this works out for you. I hope June is when things finally get easier

                              • Good luck, Kai. Your post was clear and honest. I'll check back for the next update. Blessings

                                • Best of luck, Kai. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless.

                                  • Good luck, Kai. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. It's not much but it's yours.

                                    • Wishing you peace. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. Thinking of Scranton.

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