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Volunteers needed to fix a leaking roof for Vivian in Chicago

Vivian, a single mother of three, needs a few skilled and unskilled helpers for a 2-weekend roof repair in Chicago.

🇺🇸 Chicago, Illinois, United States701 views
Vivian Barker
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Chicago
I'm a single mother of three living in Chicago. During the last storm water started coming through the ceiling in 2 places, and the kids' bedroom is no longer usable. A roofer quoted $3,100, which isn't something I can pay. The good news: a local hardware store has donated the shingles and underlay. What I don't have is people to do the work. I'm looking for three or four volunteers who can help over two Saturdays. Experience helps, but it isn't essential - I'll have a licensed roofer supervising for safety. All you need is sturdy shoes, gloves and a willingness to work. I'll provide lunch, water and lots of thanks. The work will be done on the ground and roof with proper harnesses. If you can only help for a few hours, that's welcome too. I never thought I'd be the one asking, and I'm grateful for every bit of support.
effort
two Saturdays
format
In person in Chicago
skills
roofing, carpentry, general labor
#roof-repair#volunteer#home-repair#housing

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People who offered to help

  • Meena G. Patel 🇮🇳 Accepted

    I live about 6 km from Chicago. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Flexible on timing.

  • Meenakshi D. Rajan 🇮🇳 Accepted

    I live about 11 km from Chicago. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need. Can bring a friend.

  • Kouki Sota Sasaki 🇯🇵

    I live about 7 km from Chicago. I can help at the weekend, tell me what you need!

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  • Doron Efrati

    Stay strong, Vivian. I hope things turn around soon.

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