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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Abebe's family in Adama
A divorce left Abebe short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.
🇪🇹 Adama, Oromia, Ethiopia585 views
After a sudden layoff at the packaging plant, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Monday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $350.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by July, we must leave.
I've 3 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 extra hours at a market stall, 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 $350 goes:
• Rent arrears (4 months): $230
• First month of rent as a buffer: $80
• Utilities in arrears: $40
You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
- due date
- 2025-06-16
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from Abebe
29% there. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer. Thank you.
- Fernanda Simone Martins 🇧🇷 · $25
- Anonymous 🇫🇷 · $25
“Thinking of you. Hope the July deadline works out. - Saint-Étienne”
- Angelo T. Domingo 🇵🇭 · $10
“Hope it all works out. Thought of Abebe all day after reading this. - Quezon City”
- Anonymous 🇺🇸 · $10
- Amber L. Perkins 🇬🇧 · $81
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Hope things get better soon, Abebe. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I hope July is when things finally get easier. All the best
you're not alone, Abebe. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. We had a similar scare last year, I know what it feels like. Take care