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Stop the eviction: 2 months of rent for Viraj's family in Negombo

A notice to vacate arrived last week. Viraj needs $600 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Negombo.

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Viraj Hasitha Wickramasinghe
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Negombo
When the bakery closed in August, I fell 2 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $600. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by December, 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 evenings as a cleaner, 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 $600 goes: • Rent arrears (2 months): $400 • Late fees and court costs: $40 • Utilities in arrears: $25 • First month of rent as a buffer: $135 Ask me anything below before you decide. I'd rather you were sure.
due date
2026-11-02
bill type
Rent arrears

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  1. Wanted to say thank you properly. 64% funded and I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.

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  • is there anything that isn't money that would help Viraj?

    • It takes guts to ask. Well done. After 12 years in construction I know how hard it's to ask for anything. Thinking of Negombo

      • Aria R. AlvaradoPhoto verified

        Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I have a 7 year old who wants to send good wishes too. Greetings from Greensboro.

        • Sending good thoughts, Viraj. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out.

          • Your post was clear and honest. I'll check back for the next update. Love from Yekaterinburg

            • Wishing you peace, Viraj. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes.

              • Rooting for you. This could happen to any of us. My brother had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Blessings.

                • So sorry you're going through this, Viraj. Gave what I could, wish it was more. I went through something like this 2 years ago and strangers helped me out. Love from Mumbai.

                  • Hope it all works out. I hope things turn around soon. Please keep us posted. Take care

                    • best of luck, Viraj. Looking forward to the next update. Take care.

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