Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Tori Purcell

Cynthia came to CARITAS Women's Emergency Shelter one week ago and has been working on securing a job so that she can work towards her goal of stable housing. Since she's currently unemployed, she has been unable to pay her phone bill and her service has been cut off. This is a barrier to her when submitting job applications as she can't reliably receive phone calls. Your assistance will allow her to get her service turned back on and work towards her goals of employment and stable housing.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Jenn Patterson

Lorenzo has been in shelter for the past month after falling behind in his rent. He has recently been connected with an employment program at CARITAS, and needs a bike to support him in getting to and from his class. A bike will also assist him in obtaining and maintaining employment in the future.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Virginia Hansom

Allison is a resilient single mother of three, and her two furry companions who depend on her love and care. They're facing the heart-wrenching possibility of eviction, and they're reaching out for urgent assistance. This courageous mother is not just fighting to keep a roof over her family's heads; she's also striving to provide warm winter clothing for her children amidst a sea of financial challenges. With expenses piling up, she's even taking on a second job, pouring every ounce of her strength into securing a brighter future for her little ones.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Virginia Hansom

Ally is a single mother facing homelessness. Yet, despite her unyielding efforts, she has fallen behind on rent, and the looming eviction threatens to shatter their world. With a heart heavy with responsibilities, she's been tirelessly juggling expenses and even considering a second job, all to provide her children with the life they deserve.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Meena is a single mother whose child receives mental health support from St. Joseph’s Villa. Her child was recently in crisis, which caused her to miss several days of work. Being a single mother has come with its share of financial challenges for Meena, and missing just one day of work has a significant impact on her monthly budget. Meena would greatly appreciate assistance with this month’s rent as she strives to rebuild her savings.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Gavin is working with St. Joseph’s Villa to break the cycle of homelessness he has experienced much of his adult life. He has no means of personal transportation, and uses local bus lines when he can, but finds it difficult as some locations are not within walking distance of where he lives. He is hoping to purchase a vehicle within his budget to help with his transportation needs, and would be thankful for financial assistance.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Victoria Barahona

Beverly is a single mom of two who needs assistance with a looming medical bill. She was prepared to pay this bill until unexpected car troubles set her behind.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Victoria Barahona

Stacy is a single mother of two boys who has experienced violence at the hands of a previous partner. The violence has left her with many unexpected bills and she is now low on rent. Stacy is looking forward to starting her own small business soon as she recovers.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Jenn Patterson

David has recently been diagnosed with Alzheimer's and has misplaced a significant amount of his clothing. David has been connected with local clothing closets, but has struggled to find clothing that fits him well. David will be moving in with family in October and would benefit from moving in with a wardrobe.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Victoria Barahona

Leigh was shot with a firearm during a domestic violence incident and had to stop working. Now she is behind on her bills and needs help with her vehicle registration so she can continue to receive medial care and integrate back into her normal life.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Jenn Patterson

A father and son have been in shelter for the past several months after losing their home due to extensive medical bills. Due to both of them having medical and physical health concerns, they have been approved for a housing program to support them in maintaining housing. They need financial assistance to get them into the apartment, which the housing program does not provide support with.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Elena, single mother of a two-year-old, recently moved to Richmond from Texas. Despite losing her housing, she has remained motivated, hardworking, and adaptable to changes that have come her way. She found an affordable apartment through the rapid rehousing program at St. Joseph’s Villa, close to the school her son will attend. Now with a safe place to call home, Elena would be grateful for assistance with a laptop so that she can sustain a work-from-home job and provide care for her son after school.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Victoria Barahona

This support would directly help fund ring cameras for survivors of sexual and domestic violence, intimate partner violence, and human trafficking and allow them to feel safe in their homes.