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We lost everything in the volcanic eruption: help the Hillcrest district start over

Neighbors in the Hillcrest district are rebuilding after the volcanic eruption; every contribution goes to materials and supplies.

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ Yogyakarta, Yogyakarta, Indonesia319 views
Eka Ramadhan
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Yogyakarta
The volcanic eruption hit the Hillcrest district on 6 January. My home was one of 40 damaged, and 6 families are still in temporary shelter at the local school gym. 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 $1,350 goes: โ€ข Roofing sheets and timber: $590 โ€ข Clean water and purification supplies: $170 โ€ข Bedding, blankets and mattresses: $175 โ€ข Food parcels for displaced families: $185 โ€ข Tools and labor for repairs: $230 You're what makes this possible, and I'll never forget it.

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3.1(16 reviews)

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  • Pranav Gurjar๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณVerified helper
    Genuine person with a big heart

    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.

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    Quick response, great follow-up

    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.

  • Uchenna Odukoya๐Ÿ‡ณ๐Ÿ‡ฌVerified donor
    Reliable and compassionate

    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.

  • Itzel N. Vega๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝVerified donor
    Reliable and compassionate

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  • Mackenzie Graham๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified helper
    Patient and understanding

    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.

  • Esteban D. Pacheco๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝVerified helper
    Professional and kind

    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.

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    Trustworthy helper

    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.

  • Lena Mรผller๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ชVerified donor
    Exceeded expectations

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    Very responsive and caring

    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.

  • Tara Whelan๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ชVerified helper
    Exceptional service

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  • Kezia Ofori๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ญVerified donor
    Very responsive and caring

    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.

  • Camila Dias๐Ÿ‡ง๐Ÿ‡ทVerified donor
    Restored my faith in humanity

    This is what community support looks like. They didn't just offer generic advice; they provided personalized help tailored to my specific situation.

  • Abigail Ross๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified donor
    Reliable and compassionate

    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.

  • Lesego R. Mthembu๐Ÿ‡ฟ๐Ÿ‡ฆVerified helper
    Delivered on promises

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

  • Skylar E. Mills๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธVerified donor
    Helped when no one else could

    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.

  • Yusuke Uchida๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ตVerified donor
    Practical and effective help

    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.

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  • sending love, Eka. More neighborhoods should do this. Blessings.

    • is there a list of costs somewhere? Just curious how it adds up for Eka.

      • Eka RamadhanOwnerAnswer

        Sure. The biggest one is roofing sheets and timber, $590. The rest is in the list at the bottom of the post and I'll upload receipts as I pay each one. I'll keep the page updated.

    • Runa Tamanna HaquePhoto verified

      Keep going, Eka. Projects like this are what make a place worth living in. Wish I lived closer to Cardiff so I could bring a meal. Blessings.

      • hang in there, Eka. Hope the build day goes well, wish I lived closer. After 12 years in farming I know how hard it's to ask for anything. God bless

        • is there any paperwork, like the damage assessment, that backs this up?

          • Eka RamadhanOwnerAnswer

            I sent the damage assessment in when I posted. I'll upload a redacted copy this week. Fair thing to want to know.

        • Keep going, Eka. It takes guts to ask. Well done. Put this on a community board in Comilla this morning

          • Is there anything that isn't money that would help Eka?

            • Eka RamadhanOwnerAnswer

              Thank you. If you're in Yogyakarta I'll say if something practical comes up. For now sharing this is great. Let me know if you want more detail.

          • Have you tried the local church? They sometimes help with part of this

            • so sorry you're going through this, Eka. Shared it with a few friends. My late mom used to say help given quietly counts double. God bless.

              • Hope it all works out. Shared this with my family. I have a 5 year old who wants to send good wishes too.

                • It takes guts to ask. Well done. Greetings from Karachi.

                  • Everyone deserves a bit of help sometimes. Read this on the bus and kept thinking about it all day. God bless

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