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Thiruvananthapuram cyclone relief - the families of Hillcrest Lane

After the cyclone, families in the families of Hillcrest Lane need clean water, roofing materials and bedding.

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Ganesh R. Acharya
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Thiruvananthapuram
The cyclone hit the families of Hillcrest Lane on 31 October. My home was one of 64 damaged, and 10 families are still in temporary shelter at a borrowed warehouse. The first few days we shared what little we had. Now the cleanup has started, but we've no money for materials and winter or the rainy season is coming. Schools in the area have been closed, and the clinic lost its cold storage for vaccines. We're a small community of working families who have never asked for help before. We have formed a volunteer committee, and I'm the treasurer, so I'll post receipts for everything we buy. We buy supplies locally and in bulk, so the money goes further. Receipts and photos will be posted in updates. Where the $1,300 goes: • Roofing sheets and timber: $590 • Clean water and purification supplies: $100 • Bedding, blankets and mattresses: $110 • Food parcels for displaced families: $260 • Tools and labor for repairs: $240 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.

Updates from Ganesh

  1. Small update. $625 so far, I made the first payment toward food parcels for displaced families.

  2. Wanted to say thank you properly. 13% funded and the plan for clean water and purification supplies is now scheduled.

  • Rakib Karim Alam 🇮🇳 · $56
  • Anonymous 🇩🇪 · $6

    “Only $6 but hope it helps. - Augsburg”

  • Ronaldo Raimundo Fernandes 🇧🇷 · $20

    “From my family to yours. Hope the February deadline works out. - Santos”

  • Beatriz A. Martínez 🇨🇴 · $50
  • Samuel Brooks 🇳🇿 · $100
  • Milena Olga Kovalchuk 🇺🇦 · $100
  • Rose L. Lacson 🇵🇭 · $23
  • Anonymous 🇨🇴 · $30

    “Only $30 but hope it helps. - Medellín”

  • Lucas Schmidt 🇺🇸 · $25
  • Kacper Bartosz Urbański 🇵🇱 · $78
  • Priscila Juliana Coelho 🇧🇷 · $25
  • Wesley S. Jennings 🇺🇸 · $10
  • Yves Jean François 🇫🇷 · $200

    “Best of luck. Thought of Ganesh all day after reading this. - Marseille”

  • Isabelle P. Newman 🇺🇸 · $100
  • Hadley P. Harrison 🇺🇸 · $15
  • Vishnu R. Rao 🇮🇳 · $50

    “Hope this helps. Saw your post and had to give. - Bengaluru”

  • Lertchai Boon Jaidee 🇹🇭 · $20
  • Nida Shaista Siddiqui 🇵🇰 · $10

    “Every little bit. Hope the February deadline works out. - Faisalabad”

  • Kai C. Davidson 🇺🇸 · $50
  • Micah K. Alvarado 🇺🇸 · $5

Reviews

2.2(5 reviews)

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  • Koji Daisuke Yamazaki🇯🇵Verified donor
    Really cared about my situation

    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.

  • Isha J. Solanki🇮🇳Verified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

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

  • Rolando B. Castillo🇵🇭Verified donor
    Would recommend to anyone

    The support I received was beyond what I expected. Not only did they help with the immediate need, but they also provided guidance for long-term solutions. I'm forever grateful.

  • Zoe E. Rhodes🇺🇸Verified helper
    Made me feel heard

    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.

  • Popy Bithi Khan🇮🇳Verified helper
    Would recommend to anyone

    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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  • Hang in there, Ganesh. This could happen to any of us. Don't lose heart. A few weeks ago I was in a hole too and it changed faster than I expected.

    • best of luck, Ganesh. Hope this works out for you. Thinking of Thiruvananthapuram.

      • Good luck, Ganesh. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. I went through something like this 10 years ago and strangers helped me out.

        • Best of luck, Ganesh. This could happen to any of us. Wish I lived closer to Hialeah so I could bring a meal.

          • Thinking of you and your family, Ganesh. More neighborhoods should do this. My husband and I read this together. God bless.

            • looking forward to the next update. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Greetings from Cairns

              • Sending love, Ganesh. I hope things turn around soon. God bless

                • hang in there. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Love from London.

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