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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Margie, a cancer survivor, is in need of support for her utility bills. She was diagnosed with uterine cancer in April and underwent a hysterectomy. Subsequently, doctors discovered cancer in her right kidney, which will also need to be removed. Margie has missed a month of work due to her illness, adding stress to her family. Any assistance you can provide would be deeply appreciated.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Mariah, an honors graduate of Henrico Schools, is gearing up for college but still needs several essential items. Among these, a laptop is the most critical for her success.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Cameron, a 21-year-old with an extensive history of homelessness, is receiving Mental Health Skill-Building services from St. Joseph’s Villa. Despite the challenges she faces, she has shown remarkable resilience and determination. Cameron recently gained employment at a restaurant, a significant step toward financial independence. However, she urgently needs a few critical items to support her daily living and employment, including shoes, shirts, pants, and undergarments. Your support will make a substantial difference in Cameron’s life and provide her with the necessary resources to continue her journey towards self-sufficiency.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Victoria Barahona

Denna is a survivor of sexual assault. Denna had to move after her sexual assault due to safety concerns. Denna worked overtime to save up for some of her moving expenses but did not anticipate how costly they would be. This support would help Deena pay for her utilities at her new place.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Kristin has been part of the Villa's Housing & Homeless Services program since December 2023. She resided in a shelter after fleeing domestic violence, and has worked diligently with her case manager to obtain safe and stable housing for herself and her three children. She received help with her security deposit and move-in expenses to ease her transition, but her new apartment remains mostly unfurnished. Kristin would be grateful for assistance with bedding, kitchen appliances, and furniture to help provide her family with a fresh start and a comfortable home.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Handy is a single momma seeking urgent assistance with her water bill to restore services for her family. Due to a recent disconnection, her child with medical challenges has been significantly impacted, as reliable access to water is crucial for their health and daily needs. Handy is able to pay half of the outstanding bill and is requesting support for the remaining balance to ensure her family’s well-being and restore essential services.

Partner: Forward Foundation

Advisor: Soliél Lindsey

Jackie is a devoted single mother who works hard daily in the dental field. She is also navigating affairs as a domestic violence survivor after escaping an abusive relationship. Jackie sometimes struggles to open up and ask for support but we were able to identify that her gas is close to being disconnected at her home if her balance isn't paid soon. Your support would allow her to avoid utility disconnection. Thank you in advance!

Partner: Forward Foundation

Advisor: Soliél Lindsey

Michelle is an extremely hardworking single mom of 3. She is also a teacher who is experiencing multiple, unexpected expenses hitting her at once. In the midst of school shopping for her 3 children, Michelle's car gave out on her. Her entire savings is gone to try and cover repairs or to get a new vehicle. Her rental car is expensive but she undoubtedly needs to get her kiddos back and forth to camp so she can work daily. Your help with groceries would be greatly appreciated to relieve her of one less thing while she sorts things out with her vehicle. Thank you so much in advance!

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Shereida Archie

Martha is a participant in Caritas women's shelter. Martha is currently working with the Caritas women's case manager on finding housing and employment. She is very determined to improve her current situation. Martha has fallen behind in paying her property tax bill for her car. Martha states that if she is blessed with assistance from the Giving Wall, she will be able to keep using her car to search for employment which is not on the bus line. This will give her greater access to employment opportunities.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Lily Miller

Gloria is a survivor of intimate partner violence. She is a single working mother of six young children. She works two jobs to cover her bills and care for her kids. One of her children had to have an unexpected orthodontic procedure and she is struggling to cover the cost. Your assistance would take this stressor off of Mom's shoulders and allow her to focus on her children's care. Your support is greatly appreciated!

Partner: Forward Foundation

Advisor: Soliél Lindsey

Sarah is a very hard working single Mom who is currently in extended legal litigations. It is already very costly to keep needs met as a single mom with a growing preteen home for the Summer. On top of that, Sarah is managing to pay for a costly attorney out of pocket. Sarah is in desperate need of printer ink to be able to present important information to her judge in an upcoming court case. Your help would get her up to 6 months of ink for her home printer. Thank you in advance!

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Casey is a single mother of 5 children and a participant of Mental Health Skill Building at St. Joseph’s Villa. With guidance from program staff, she recently returned to work after losing her partner to gun violence. She has done her best to pay her June rent but still owes just over $400.00. Casey has a history of homelessness and does not want to be homeless again with her family. She would greatly appreciate rental assistance in order to maintain a stable environment for her children.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Mrs. Townes is a disabled long-time community who electricity services have been disconnected. Mrs. Townes has been paying what she could afford after paying her rent and securing her monthly prescriptions. She lives on a small monthly disability payment that she tries to stretch as far as she can. During the past few days, the heat temperatures have increased inside of her home pushing her outside within the shade until the temperature drops and her home cools down. Having her electric services restored will allow for her to enjoy the rest of the summer inside of her home.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Michael works day and night to ensure that his two children feel stable, supported and loved. While having access to a fully functioning vehicle is essential for parents it is critical for Michael who has one child diagnosed with Down syndrome. Every week Michael and his family make the drive between Richmond to DC for medical appointments and to visit mom. The repeated trips up and down the highway has put a bit of stress on Michael and the car. Being able to restore air conditioning and put new breaks on the family vehicle will allow for Michael to focus on singing lead vocals as the family drives instead of if he has to cancel the weekly trips.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Ms. Paula is East End neighbor who has volunteered in various capacities within our organization. She is a senior citizen living on a fixed income and was recently priced out of her home. Paula has been staying with different friends and family while she waits for her coming appointment with a local crisis center. The program will assist her in finding affordable housing. She is very optimistic despite all that is going on that she will be in a more stable place after this appointment but needs support with raising money for her security deposit. This support will go a long way in making this a much smoother transition for her.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Shereida Archie

William relocated to Richmond and is homeless. He is currently working at Applebee's during the closing shift. William gets off work after the last bus has run and he currently depends on the kindness of co-workers to assist him with rides to return to the shelter. William would like a bike to help him get to and from his job on his own. William is also seeking assistance with a pair of work black pants. He states he only has one pair of pants and would like to have another pair as a backup. By receiving these items, William feels that he will be able to keep his job and have a successful transition from the shelter to housing.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Victoria Barahona

Ali is a survivor of Human trafficking and domestic violence. She has been making strides to become financially independent but ran into unexpected expenses this month due to her car breaking down. This financial relief would support Ali as she continues to live independently - something she couldn't do in the past due to her circumstances.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Travis recently moved into Permanent Supportive Housing after many years of experiencing homelessness. Now that he is stably housed, he is ready to find employment and begin the next chapter of his life. However, the clothes on his back are all he owns. It has been a challenge for him to find new outfits at thrift stores due to his height and size. He also currently has no income to purchase essential furnishings for his apartment. Travis would be grateful for assistance with clothes that he can wear for work and everyday life, as well as a bed, living room furniture, and kitchen items to help him settle into his home.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Victoria Barahona

Sutton is a survivor of Human Trafficking and is working towards gaining back the independence that was taken by her trafficker. Sutton recently passed her learner's permit test and is now in the process of trying to obtain a Driver's License. This support would assist her in covering the cost of behind the wheel classes and ultimately help her as she continues to work towards her goals.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

After finding the courage to leave an abusive relationship Heather realized she also had to give up everything that made her house a home. Items such as furniture and appliances were things that helped to make the home a livable and loved space. Heather has worked hard to accomplish her self-identified goals by obtaining a job and securing housing for herself and her three children. Now at this time Heather ask for your support in obtaining those household items that make a house a home.