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You’ve supported 241 local needs in the past year.

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Tomorrow

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Tomorrow needs assistance paying off her fines with Chesterfield Court. This will allow her to have her Driver's License reinstated. This will impact her capacity to look for employment in surrounding areas that is not on the bus line. Having a car will also allow her to save travel time, allowing her time to spend more time with her 3 children.

Need was fulfilled for $229!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • Southside
  • Believer
  • Small debt & fees

Denise

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Denise lost her job as a result of having to navigate family issues. She is a single mother of 3 kids. Denise needs assistance with her rent. This will help her become more stable and help her avoid having to pay late fees that endlessly compound..

Need was fulfilled for $245!

fulfilled on: 12/23/2018

  • East End
  • Believer
  • Auto Repair

Margo

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Dental Work. A better life starts with a Beautiful SMILE. Margo would like to get some repairs to her teeth as she seeks employment. This type of dental work will help Margo gain the confidence she needs to land her next opportunity.

Need was fulfilled for $245!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • Southside
  • Believer
  • Small debt & fees

Alexandra

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Support with Utiliy Bill. Alexandra is in need of financial assistance with utilities. Her electricity and water bills have been hard to manage with her limited income; she fallen behind on both and could use some help. if Alexandra could get assistance with one bill she would be able to manage the other with her part-time job.

Need was fulfilled for $150!

fulfilled on: 12/28/2018

  • City of Richmond
  • Believer
  • Small debt & fees

Dennis

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Physical Exam for Work. Dennis has a Class A driver's license and will be able to get employment as a driver once he has passed a Department of Transportation physical and drug screening. He needs both to obtain employment as a truck operator. Dennis reported that he has been driving over 20 years but has not able to get any other jobs in driving since his certification has expired. Dennis reported that life events caused him to miss the opportunity of getting the physical renewed prior to it expiring.

Need was fulfilled for $163!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • Southside
  • Believer
  • Unique & urgent

Laura

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Car Insurance Support. Laura fell at work and experienced a torn ACL and concussion. She is in the process of advocating with the worker's compensation department at her place of employment to get obtain supplemental income. Right now, all of her bills is due and she has exhausted all of her income. Nevertheless, Mrs. Laura continues to persevere. She is requesting support for her car insurance bill in the amount of $210.00. This would at least decrease a little stress and reduce the anxiety she is experiencing associated with worrying about how she will cover her responsibilities.

Need was fulfilled for $210!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • Southside
  • Believer
  • Small debt & fees

Wanda

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Nursing Uniform Needed. Wanda is thrilled to have obtained employment as a Certified Nursing Assitant (CNA), but in order to begin she needs the required uniform. Help Wanda begin this exciting new journey.

Need was fulfilled for $150!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • Southside
  • Believer
  • Work clothing and equipment

Michelle

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Assistance with Gas. Michelle secured an interview and then employment in the customer service industry. Michelle will need assistance with paying for gas to get to and from work until she receives her first paycheck.

Need was fulfilled for $100!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • West End
  • Believer
  • Transportation

Hurieya

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Mandatory Work Shoes. Ms. Morton is a recent hire for a local grocery store. She is in need of the proper work shoes, as she is required to be on her feet the majority of the day. These shoes will provide the support that she needs to physically do the job and meet safety requirements.

Need was fulfilled for $45!

fulfilled on: 12/28/2018

  • City of Richmond
  • Believer
  • Work clothing and equipment

Mr. Conway

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Work Boots + Gear for Job Training. Mr. Conway has struggled for many years staying focused on his career path, but he's finally figured out his goal in life. He's decided to invest in himself by obtain training in construction, where he can use the skills and experience he has earned over the years. His training starts December 6 and he's asking for support with work boots and a work jacket.

Need was fulfilled for $205!

fulfilled on: 12/28/2018

  • South Central
  • Believer
  • Career training

Sandra

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Car Repair. Sandra is requesting assistance with repairing the master cylinder on her car. The cost of the part is about $85.00 plus labor. Sandra is a single mother of two who needs her transportation to assist with her children's needs she seeks to try to secure gainful employment.

Need was fulfilled for $90!

fulfilled on: 12/19/2018

  • City of Richmond
  • Single Mother
  • Auto Repair

Claudia

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Claudia needs assistance paying her property tax. $245 will help Claudia pay 50% of her debt, making her eligible to enroll in a payment plan.

Need was fulfilled for $250!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • East End
  • Believer
  • Small debt & fees

Montaziya

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Cold Weather Work Clothing. Montaziya has secured employment with the City of Richmond in the Parks & Recreation Department. He will be working outdoors and will need assistance purchasing work clothing, to prepare him for the outside temperatures.

Need was fulfilled for $205!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • City of Richmond
  • Believer
  • Work clothing and equipment

Paula

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Shoes for Interviews. Paula is willing to do what it takes to obtain employment, she has perfected her soft skills, she has a nice interview suit, but she does not own a "good pair of shoes." A new pair of shoes would help Paula dress appropriately for a job interview to obtain employment.

Need was fulfilled for $100!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • South Central Richmond
  • Believer
  • Work clothing and equipment

Ruth

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Clothing Required for Work. Ms. Ruth is very proud elderly woman who was just hired at a local grocery store where it is a requirement that state employees wear non-slip shoes and a warm coat. She needs assistance purchasing both.

Need was fulfilled for $155!

fulfilled on: 12/28/2018

  • East End
  • Senior Citizen
  • Work clothing and equipment

Tanika

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Nursing School Equipment. Tanika is in a CNA program and needs navy scrubs (2X top & 3X bottom) white nurse clogs (size 9), stethoscope, a watch, and a blood pressure cuff. She is requesting assistance with the purchase of this equipment, which is required for her to succesfful complete her training and achieve her dream of becoming a Certified Nurse Assistant.

Need was fulfilled for $240!

fulfilled on: 12/22/2018

  • West End
  • Believer
  • Career training

Cynthia

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Nursing Uniform & Tools Needed. Cynthia is in a Certified Nursing Aide (CNA) program that requires a certain uniform – and she can't afford it. She needs navy scrubs (small top & small bottom), white nurse clogs (size 8), stethoscope and a blood pressure cuff. She is requesting assistance with the purchase of this equipment as it is required for successful matriculation through the program. Cynthia will also need this equipment to perform her duties as a Certified Nurse Assistant.

Need was fulfilled for $171!

fulfilled on: 12/22/2018

  • West End
  • Believer
  • Work clothing and equipment

Terrell

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Senior Dues for High School Student. Terrell is an RPS senior, from Gilpin Court, planning to attend college post-graduation. Terrell is an active participant in the Mayor's Youth Academy and other youth serving organizations throughout the city. He is bright, resilient, and hopeful about the opportunities that lie ahead. As a senior, Terrell has to pay senior dues of $250 in order to participate in school sponsored senior activities. Supporting this need will ensure that Terrell has a wonderful senior year.

Need was fulfilled for $250!

fulfilled on: 12/28/2018

  • City of Richmond
  • Youth
  • Small debt & fees

Ben

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Job Interview Outfit. Ben is a returning citizen who is working part-time but needs a suit for interviews as he is seeking full-time employment.

Need was fulfilled for $150!

fulfilled on: 04/09/2020 21:24

  • City of Richmond
  • Returning Citizen
  • Work clothing and equipment

Ian

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Bicycle Needed for Commute. Mr. Young does not hold a Driver's License. Having a bike will assist him with getting to and from a job that is approximately 2 miles off the bus line.

Need was fulfilled for $155!

fulfilled on: 12/28/2018

  • East End
  • Believer
  • Transportation