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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Jagath's family in Colombo
A delayed insurance payout left Jagath short on rent for 3 months; help us stay in our home.
🇱🇰 Colombo, Western, Sri Lanka512 views
After a car accident that kept me from work for 7 weeks, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Tuesday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $250.
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.
Funds go to the landlord and nowhere else. Any amount left over after the arrears are cleared will go toward next month's rent.
Where the $250 goes:
• First month of rent as a buffer: $95
• Utilities in arrears: $60
• Late fees and court costs: $95
I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
- due date
- 2026-09-20
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Jagath
Quick update: $35 raised so far (14%). we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.
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So sorry you're going through this, Jagath. Gave what I could, wish it was more. Blessings
praying for you. Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Cox's Bazar