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Elise needs assistance with transportation and beds for her children

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needed in: 9 days

  • Richmond
  • Single Mother
  • Household - Other Items

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Elise is a determined 24-year-old mother of two who’s doing everything she can to build a better life for her family. She's taken big steps forward and recently secured stable housing, but transportation remains a major barrier. Without a car, she relies heavily on Lyft and Uber to get to work, appointments, and childcare. These rides are expensive and consume much of her income. She dreams of driving her own car, but challenges related to ADD have made it difficult for her to pass the driving test. Elise would greatly appreciate assistance with enrolling in driving classes, where one-on-one instruction can give her the support she needs to pass the test and the gain the independence she's been working so hard for. As her family settles into their new home, Elise is also in need of beds for her children, so they can have a safe and comfortable place to sleep.

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    A Supporter (that’s you!) connects with a story of hopeful progress out of crisis and chooses to support a local neighbor by purchasing their urgent need.

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    The money from that purchase goes into a dedicated Stripe© Giving Wall account held by the partner organization whose client had the need met.

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    Our partner organization’s Giving Wall lead speedily purchases the need and gives it directly to their client, or pays the bill directly.