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Stop the eviction: 4 months of rent for Michael's family in Newcastle

A cut in working hours left Michael short on rent for 4 months; help us stay in our home.

🇦🇺 2304, Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia1,898 views
Michael Chapman
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Newcastle
After a car accident that kept me from work for 8 weeks, I fell 4 months behind on rent. Last Thursday a court summons for non-payment was taped to my door, and the amount I owe is $2,250. My landlord has been understanding for a while, but he has now been clear: if the arrears aren't cleared by January, 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 weekend shifts, 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 $2,250 goes: • Late fees and court costs: $125 • Rent arrears (4 months): $1,500 • First month of rent as a buffer: $625 If you're reading this, thank you. - Michael
due date
2025-12-21
bill type
Rent arrears
#rent#eviction-prevention#family#housing

Updates from Michael

  1. Good news. Because of your gifts ($210 in total) we've booked the dates and paid the deposit. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  2. Small update. $195 so far, I made the first payment toward rent arrears.

  3. Thank you all. We're at 4% now ($95). I'm honestly stunned. we've started the first stage.

Donations

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  • Irene Gifty Addo 🇬🇭 · $50
  • Ksenia Medvedev 🇩🇪 · $50

    “Been where you're, it gets better. - Karlsruhe”

  • Temitope Funmilayo Oladipo 🇳🇬 · $50
  • Jumoke Peace Nwankwo 🇳🇬 · $30
  • Gilbert B. Tolentino 🇵🇭 · $25
  • Satoshi Yusuke Murakami 🇯🇵 · $25

    “Hope things get better. Thought of Michael all day after reading this. - Tokyo”

  • Jannat Parvin Karim 🇮🇳 · $15
  • Alyssa B. Simpson 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Mahin Nazrul Banerjee 🇧🇩 · $10
  • Noah Berry 🇺🇸 · $10

    “Thinking of you. Thought of Michael all day after reading this. - Riverside”

  • Tomás N. Acosta 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Tayo Ibrahim 🇳🇬 · $5
  • Scarlett Keller 🇦🇺 · $5

Reviews

3.8(5 reviews)

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  • Serge Nicolas Riviere🇫🇷Verified helper
    Made a real difference

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

  • Luis N. Reyes🇺🇸Verified donor
    Quick response, great follow-up

    I was going through a tough time and this person's support was invaluable. They didn't judge, just helped. That kind of genuine compassion is rare these days.

  • Rosângela Lorena Lacerda🇧🇷Verified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    I was struggling and didn't know where to turn. This person stepped in without hesitation and provided exactly what I needed. Their compassion and expertise made all the difference in my life.

  • Antonio Samuele Marino🇮🇹Verified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    This helper is honest and transparent about what they can do. They didn't overpromise, but they did deliver excellent results. I would definitely trust them again.

  • Madeline L. Radcliffe🇺🇸Verified helper
    Went above and beyond

    This is the kind of person who restores your faith in humanity. They didn't just offer help; they genuinely cared about my wellbeing and followed through on every commitment.

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  • Wasantha Madushan RanasingheID verified

    shared it with a few friends. Don't give up. Blessings.

    • Ye-jin Hyun-ju Hong

      Sending love. Rent stress is the worst. Hope this helps. We lost years of savings to something like this so I get it. Thinking of Newcastle

      $295 raised of $2,250

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