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Teresa is a single parent of four children - help us after a sudden redundancy

A single father in Raleigh needs help with childcare, groceries and rent while Teresa retrains.

🇺🇸 Raleigh, North Carolina, United States2,601 views
Teresa Hatfield
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Raleigh
After a sudden redundancy in May, I'm now raising four children on my own. I work as a care worker, but my income doesn't cover rent, childcare and groceries. I'm retraining as an electrician in the evenings, which will triple my income by August, but I need to bridge the gap until then. Some weeks I skip meals so my children can eat. I have never asked anyone for help like this before, and I'm doing it for them. Once I finish my course, I'll pay it forward. Every cent is accounted for. I'll share a simple monthly breakdown. Where the $4,200 goes: • Rent top-up: $2,150 • Childcare and after-school care: $1,300 • Groceries and school meals: $750 Even a small gift gets used right away and I'll thank you myself. - Teresa

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  • Samuel T. Agustin 🇵🇭 · $1,000

    “Keep your head up. This is from my last paycheck, glad to do it. - Iloilo City”

  • Serhiy Vitaly Sergeev 🇩🇪 · $250

    “Happy to help. Only $250 but hope it helps. - Düsseldorf”

  • Swati D. Sandhu 🇮🇳 · $200

    “All the best. Only $200 but hope it helps. - Aurangabad”

  • Stanislav Anton Frolov 🇷🇺 · $200

    “Get well soon. Thought of Teresa all day after reading this. - Moscow”

  • Lorena B. Ibarra 🇪🇸 · $200
  • Liliana J. Dixon 🇬🇧 · $137

    “Hope it all works out. Thought of Teresa all day after reading this. - Sheffield”

  • Anonymous 🇮🇩 · $100
  • Delilah F. Johnson 🇨🇦 · $100
  • Adnan Haider Siddiqui 🇵🇰 · $100
  • Hendra Reza Gunawan 🇮🇩 · $100
  • Marc Valentin Gauthier 🇫🇷 · $75
  • Miguel C. Estrada 🇨🇴 · $71
  • Wangari Naliaka Otieno 🇰🇪 · $56
  • Daniela A. Solís 🇪🇸 · $52
  • Liliana K. Weaver 🇺🇸 · $50

    “Thinking of you. Hope you get the rest soon. - Yonkers”

  • Rohit S. Gandhi 🇮🇳 · $50
  • Olumide Tunde Okafor 🇳🇬 · $50

    “Thought of Teresa all day after reading this. - Kano”

  • Aditi Jain 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Rubina Joya Sikder 🇮🇳 · $35
  • Sara Noor Fahmy 🇳🇱 · $30

    “Hang in there. Hope the August deadline works out. - Haarlem”

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1.9(8 reviews)

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  • Adel Hassan Radwan🇪🇸Verified helper
    Exceptional service

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Went above and beyond

    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.

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    Honest and trustworthy

    I was nervous about reaching out, but this person made me feel comfortable and supported from the very first interaction. Their help was invaluable.

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    Reliable and compassionate

    Perfect example of someone making a real difference. They took time out of their busy schedule to help me and never made me feel like a burden.

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    Exactly what I needed

    The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.

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    Trustworthy helper

    I had a complex problem and this person helped me navigate it step by step. Their expertise combined with their kindness made all the difference.

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    Made a real difference

    Couldn't have asked for better support. They listened carefully, understood my situation deeply, and provided thoughtful advice that actually worked. Thank you so much.

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    Exceeded expectations

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  • Sending strength, Teresa. It takes guts to ask. Well done.

    • Good luck, Teresa. This could happen to any of us. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double

      • Good luck, Teresa. Your post was clear and honest.

        • I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Greetings from Liverpool.

          • Sending love, Teresa. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. After 22 years in farming I know how hard it is to ask for anything. Take care.

            • Sending strength, Teresa. Gave what I could, wish it was more.

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