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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for James's family in San Francisco
After the loss of a second income, James is 4 months behind on rent and has a notice to vacate from the landlord.
🇺🇸 San Francisco, California, United States2,706 views
When the warehouse closed in December, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a notice to vacate was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $3,750.
My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by February, we must leave.
I have two young 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 $3,750 goes:
• Late fees and court costs: $280
• Utilities in arrears: $180
• Rent arrears (4 months): $3,290
Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself.
- James
- due date
- 2026-03-26
- bill type
- Rent arrears
Updates from James
Wanted to say thank you properly. 41% funded and the plan for late fees and court costs is now scheduled.
Update from San Francisco: the plan for late fees and court costs is now scheduled. We're at 36% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.
Thank you all. We're at 16% now ($596). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.
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thinking of you, James. A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. Please keep us posted. God bless.
Rooting for you. Hope you get there. I hope February is when things finally get easier.
Thinking of you and your family, James. Shared it with a few friends. I hope February is when things finally get easier.
Hope things get better soon. Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up. Thinking of San Francisco.
Thinking of you and your family. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. My neighbor in Heraklion donated after I showed her your page
Shared it with a few friends. Greetings from Gaya!
Praying for you, James. It takes guts to ask. Well done. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Take care.