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Stop the eviction: 3 months of rent for Phúc's family in Hồ Chí Minh City
A 10-day notice to quit arrived last week. Phúc needs $700 to clear the arrears and stay housed in Hồ Chí Minh City.
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After a sudden layoff at the warehouse, I fell 3 months behind on rent. Last Saturday a 10-day notice to quit was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $700.
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 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 two part-time jobs, 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 $700 goes:
• Rent arrears (3 months): $470
• Late fees and court costs: $35
• Utilities in arrears: $30
• First month of rent as a buffer: $165
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- due date
- 2026-11-30
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Phúc
Wanted to say thank you properly. 27% funded and I met with the landlord and confirmed the amounts.
Quick update: $136 raised so far (19%). the plan for rent arrears is now scheduled. Receipts coming as soon as I have them. - Phúc
- Isabella N. Prescott 🇬🇧 · $100
- Radhika A. Raju 🇮🇳 · $50
“Keep your head up. Thought of Phúc all day after reading this. - Mumbai”
- Carlos J. Ibáñez 🇲🇽 · $36
- Anonymous 🇨🇴 · $28
“Get well soon. Only $28 but hope it helps. - Bogotá”
- Michele Sorrentino 🇮🇹 · $25
“Thought of Phúc all day after reading this. - Latina”
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How is Phúc doing now?
Thanks for sharing this. Gave what I could, wish it was more. We're a small family in Swansea but we're thinking of you. God bless!
keep going. It takes guts to ask. Well done. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. All the best.
Best of luck. This could happen to any of us. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Greetings from Envigado.
Is there anything that isn't money that would help Phúc?
Thank you. If you're in Hồ Chí Minh City I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great.
Thinking of you and your family, Phúc. Shared this with my family. My neighbor in Moscow donated after I showed her your page.
Your post was clear and honest. I hope December is when things finally get easier. All the best
Rooting for you. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from Bonny
A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Thinking of Hồ Chí Minh City.