Volunteers needed to fix a leaking roof for João in Porto Alegre
The roof at João's home is failing; materials are donated and we need hands.
- effort
- three weekday mornings
- format
- In person in Porto Alegre
- skills
- roofing, carpentry, general labor
Updates from João
No updates yet. Supporters are notified when the owner posts one.
People who offered to help
- Vinayak M. Savla 🇮🇳 Accepted
I'm a nurse and I'm free on Sundays. Happy to help. Flexible on timing.
- Danish Salman Sandhu 🇵🇰 Accepted
I'm a student and I'm free on Saturdays. Happy to help Free this month.
Reviews
2.6(17 reviews)Only people who gave to this need, or whose offer to help was accepted, can review it.
- Would recommend to anyone
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.
- 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.
- Amazing support system
I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.
- 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.
- Changed my perspective
The difference this person made in my life cannot be overstated. They were patient, kind, and persistent in helping me find solutions. Truly exceptional.
- Very responsive and caring
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.
- Reliable and compassionate
I was skeptical at first, but this person proved to be reliable and genuinely interested in helping. Their response time was incredible and their solutions were practical.
- Very responsive and caring
I can't speak highly enough about this helper. They were available when I needed them, supportive when I felt lost, and practical in their solutions.
- 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.
- Went above and beyond
The help I received was exactly what was described and more. This person follows through on their commitments and genuinely cares about making a positive impact.
- Delivered on promises
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.
- Changed my perspective
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.
- Practical and effective help
This experience has restored my faith in the goodness of people. The helper was professional, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my outcome.
- Outstanding person
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.
- Practical and effective help
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.
- 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.
- Restored my faith in humanity
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.
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Best of luck, João. I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. Sent it to 36 people at work.
Hope things get better soon. Looking forward to the next update. All the best.
Thanks for sharing this, João. Hope you get there. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day.
I hope things turn around soon. All the best.
shared this with my family. Sent it to 34 people at work.
Rooting for you. Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. My daughter saw me on my phone and now she wants to give her pocket money. Take care.
Thinking of you, João. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. I went through something like this 11 years ago and strangers helped me out. Take care
I've been in a tough spot myself and it does get easier. God bless.
A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon
Stay strong, João. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Thinking of Porto Alegre.
Thinking of you, João. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My cousin had a similar thing happen so this one hit home. Blessings
sending love. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did
take care. Hope you get there. God bless.