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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Cooper's family in Los Angeles

A sudden layoff left Cooper short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

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Cooper K. Morrison
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Los Angeles
After a sudden layoff at the packaging plant, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Wednesday a final eviction notice was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $4,200. 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 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. 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 $4,200 goes: • Rent arrears (4 months): $2,800 • Late fees and court costs: $380 • Utilities in arrears: $360 • First month of rent as a buffer: $660 I'll pay this kindness forward the moment I'm able to.
due date
2026-09-18
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Cooper

  1. Quick update: $2,272 raised so far (54%). I made the first payment toward rent arrears. Receipts coming as soon as I have them.

  2. Thank you all. We're at 23% now ($957). I'm honestly stunned. I made the first payment toward first month of rent as a buffer.

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  • Allan M. Lopez

    hope things get better soon, Cooper. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Love from Surat.

    • Yuki Mei Takeuchi

      Hope it all works out. Your post was clear and honest. I went through something like this 14 years ago and strangers helped me out. Thinking of Los Angeles!

      • Doris A. Acosta

        You're not alone, Cooper. I hope things turn around soon.

        • Patrick Niklas SimonID verified

          Wishing you peace, Cooper. Looking forward to the next update. Don't give up. Love from Warsaw.

          • Ali Farhan Yousafzai

            Sending good thoughts, Cooper. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. All the best.

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