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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Helena's family in Gliwice
A car accident left Helena short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
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After a car accident that kept me from work for 5 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Sunday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $1,650.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by March, we must leave.
I have three school-aged 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 $1,650 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $380
• Rent arrears (3 months): $1,100
• Late fees and court costs: $170
Thank you for reading my story.
- Helena
- due date
- 2026-02-27
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Helena
Update from Gliwice: I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. We're at 42% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
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Gave what I could, wish it was more. Thinking of Gliwice.
Hope it all works out. Hope you get there. Greetings from Johannesburg.
Can I help in a way that isn't money? I'm near Gliwice!
Thank you. If you're in Gliwice I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Fair thing to want to know.
it takes guts to ask. Well done. Sent it to 30 people at work
I hope things turn around soon. Put this on a community board in Hyderabad this morning.
Thinking of you, Helena. It takes guts to ask. Well done. We're a small family in Mandaue but we're thinking of you. God bless