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Water shut-off notice: help Makoto pay $650

A disconnection notice for water arrived and Makoto needs $650 before March.

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Makoto Taiga Tanaka
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Shinjuku
The water account is 3 months behind. I received a disconnection notice that says service will be cut off on March unless I pay $650. I have never been late before my partner leaving the household. I called the provider and asked about a payment plan, but they need a down payment of $145 first, which I don't have. I live with a disabled brother, and going through the rainy season without water isn't safe. We can't cook, keep medicine cold or heat the home. I'm working on getting back on my feet, and will pay forward whatever help I can once I'm steady. Every dollar goes to the account in Makoto's name; a copy of the paid bill will be shared in the updates. Where the $650 goes: • Electricity arrears: $420 • Reconnection and late fees: $115 • Down payment on a payment plan: $115 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.
due date
2026-02-19
bill type
Utility arrears
#utilities#shut-off#urgent#emergency

Updates from Makoto

  1. Update from Shinjuku: we've started the first stage. We're at 24% of the goal. Thank you for believing in us.

  2. Good news. Because of your gifts ($149 in total) the first invoice got paid this week. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

  3. Good news. Because of your gifts ($149 in total) the plan for electricity arrears is now scheduled. Still a way to go but it feels less lonely.

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    “Hope the March deadline works out. - Benin City”

  • Jorge B. López 🇲🇽 · $149

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  • Fon Oranuch ChaiyasitQuestion

    Is there anything that isn't money that would help Makoto?

    • Ramón N. Escobar

      Stay strong, Makoto. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. Thinking of Shinjuku

      • Hương Kim Lam

        A secure home matters so much. Hope you're settled soon. I hope March is when things finally get easier. Greetings from Hanoi.

        • Vusi L. Ndlovu

          Thinking of you and your family. Reading this made my day a bit heavier but I'm glad I did. Don't give up. All the best.

          • Lilian Upendo Ssemwogerere

            Best of luck, Makoto. Shared it with a few friends. Don't give up. Take care

            • Lester P. Galang

              Thinking of you and your family. I was in a similar spot a few years ago and it did get better. My neighbor in Alcalá de Henares donated after I showed her your page. Blessings.

              • Brandon T. TillmanID verified

                Wishing you peace, Makoto. I hope your landlord gives you a bit more time while this comes together. All the best

                • Eduardo Jorge CarvalhoID verifiedPhoto verified

                  Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Our whole street has been following this since the weekend. Love from Bacoor

                  • Wayne H. JohnsonPhoto verified

                    Hope things get better soon, Makoto. This could happen to any of us!

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