Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Mr. Wright is a grandfather who recently received custody of his 4 granddaughters in April. After experiencing the sudden loss of his daughter and their mother the family of five have been trying to make sense of the new norm. Due to no end of life plans the bulk of arrangements fell on Mr Wright to pay for causing him to be delinquent on his water bill. Living on a fixed income can be challenging for any parent and is has certainly taken a toll on a single grandfather who still wants to make the best living environment for his girls.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Paz Ochs

Carolina is a mother of three, an immigrant, and a survivor of a decades-long abusive marriage. Carolina had been economically dependent on her abuser and when she left him, he stopped providing any financial or parenting support; and as a result, had to cover the expenses for her family. These circumstances have made it difficult for Carolina to cover expenses such as this car payment of $498.00. Without her car, Carolina and her daughters would have no transportation, which would make finding and sustaining employment even more difficult. Carolina has made enormous strides in therapy. To sustain this progress, Carolina needs to be able to meet the basic needs of her family. This support of $498.00 will help Carolina, and her daughters achieve financial independence.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Shereida Archie

Caleale has recently moved from NYC to Virginia. He is homeless and staying in Caritas men's shelter. Caleale arrived at the shelter wearing short pants and a short sheeve shirt. Caleale is 6'5" tall. Because of his size, he has experienced difficulty finding clothing. He is seeking assistance obtaining a winter coat size 5x and under garments size 5x. Caleale is working with Caritas men's case manager to find employment and permanent housing. He states that receiving assistance from the Giving Wall will help him be prepared for employment and for the cold weather.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Dai a single mother of two kids with special needs, needs assistance catching up on electric bill. To support her family, Dai works full time and recently enrolled back in school to increase her opportunities for growth. While tackling motherhood and the first semester of school Dai's roommate unexpectedly left the agreement. Being left with additional rent cost put the family $300 behind on the electric bill and now is facing disconnection. Your assistance means a lot and will help support one ambitious mother to continue meeting the basic needs of her family.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Batter Up! Latoya is a hardworking mom dedicated to giving her children new experiences and helping them succeed in life. This year, her son is eager to try out for sports, but she needs assistance covering the cost of his sports physical, which isn’t covered by her insurance. Please help support Latoya and her future ballplayer by contributing to the cost of the physical! Your generosity can make a big difference. Thank you!

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Natalia's life was turned upside down when she contracted COVID-19, leaving her physically paralyzed and unable to work, which eventually led to homelessness. Despite these life-altering challenges, her determination never wavered. She successfully completed a workforce development program, secured a job at a local shelter, and was recently approved for an apartment. However, she is moving in with only the few belongings she had at the women’s shelter. Natalia would be grateful for assistance with household essentials, including bedding and kitchen supplies, as she continues to rebuild her life in her new home.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

The Bridges Family needs your support to cover an essential cell phone bill that ensures communication between school and home. Your generous donation will help keep their phones active, allowing them to receive important updates, reminders, and resources from teachers. Together, we can empower this family to stay engaged in their children's education and foster a supportive learning environment at home.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Following the loss of her husband in August 2024, a devoted wife is navigating the challenges of managing her family's needs alone. While she works to get his affairs in order, she has shown incredible strength in seeking support. Currently, she is in need of assistance with her electricity bill, which would greatly alleviate some of her burdens. Any support would be deeply appreciated as she strives to create stability for her family during this difficult time.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Due to a recent change in income, Ms. Bernita's rent is currently behind. The household includes a disabled individual, emphasizing their need for stability. With hope on the horizon, they are determined to improve their situation soon by starting a new job in October. Any support to help the family get caught up on rent would greatly help them during this temporary time of need.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Nice is a resilient single mother of four, demonstrating remarkable strength as she navigates financial challenges. Despite facing difficulties, she prioritizes her family's needs and seeks out resources to support them. Currently, she is balancing her expenses, particularly her water bill. While this pressure is tough, her determination to find solutions showcases her resourcefulness. Any support to help cover these costs would empower her to continue focusing on her family's well-being.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Shamonique and her two children enjoy spending time with each other while playing board games and cooking. As a single mother Shamonique knows the importance of providing endless amounts of love and support to her girls. Having to do so while managing three different schedules and working full time has often left mom wondering what more can be done. During this past month, the household acquired additional charges to rent due to repairs that had to be made in their unit. This increase has Shamonique worried about acquiring additional late fees and being in violation of her lease if the full payment is not received. Your support will allow us to promote more family engagement time for Shamonique and her family.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Paz Ochs

Elena is a single working mother, domestic violence survivor, and ardent problem solver. Her husband fled following multiple domestic violence charges, leaving Elena and her 7-year-old daughter to fend for themselves. Elena’s resourcefulness and self-advocacy enabled her to secure safe housing. However, she had to quit one of her jobs when her daughter started the 2nd grade, and, as a result, she fell behind in her September rent. This setback did not deter her, and she was able to find a housemate to help lower her housing costs starting in October. This support will help her cover September rent and allow Elena and her daughter to continue living in a safe and secure home.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Ms. Booze and her family recently relocated to Richmond from DC in August with limited time to learn the footprint of a new city and prepare for the approaching new school year in new schools. An active, loving mother of three daughters could use support with their transition to Richmond. Ms. Booze received a large bill for her utilities due to acquiring a security deposit. Currently she's worried about missing important evening time with her girls after taking extra shifts to cover the cost associated with relocating. Your support will go towards a mom having more time in the evening to be engaged with her daughters.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Aaliyah has faced nearly a year of homelessness while struggling with mental health challenges. Despite some setbacks, she has persevered with support from her DSS and Housing Stabilization caseworkers. Earlier this month, she successfully signed an apartment lease and is now settling in with just an air mattress and a few basic items. She is starting over after losing everything in a fire last year, which ultimately led to her homelessness. Aaliyah would be grateful for support in furnishing her new home, allowing her to rebuild her life and focus on her mental health and well-being.

Partner: Forward Foundation

Advisor: Soliél Lindsey

Meet Kim - a devoted and hardworking mama of 1. It's been "raining" for quite a while for Kim as she works 2 jobs to make ends meet, has gone through a tumultuous divorce and is overcoming a very long, draining and expensive family court matter(s). As if things couldn't any worse, the final plate in the air drops - her vehicle dies on her. Between her 2 jobs, her child's activities, and school - there is no question that she needs a reliable vehicle. With no physical support due to not being an RVA native, she is in desperate need of your support. Your help will get her back on the road and avoid a costly unexpected bill. Thank you in advance!

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Linda a warm energetic recent retiree who has spent over 20 years transporting hundreds of growing students between Richmond and Henrico schools is recovering from being a full-time employee to a part-time employee. During this transition period Linda has had to make several hard cuts which still leaves her wondering how to keep the lights on. Your support will help Linda continue to shine bright as she navigates the many roads ahead of her.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Olivia is a dedicated single mother with weekly visitations with her toddler. As a participant in the Mental Health Skill Building program at St. Joseph's Villa, she’s been making great strides, recently securing a job and enrolling in school to create better opportunities for her and her child. However, she is currently experiencing financial hardship and needs help with her electric bill to avoid disconnection. Olivia would greatly appreciate your support as she continues her journey toward stability.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Lily Miller

Becky is a survivor who is working on gaining back her independence over her life. She recently passed her learner's permit test and is now in the process of obtaining 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: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Derrick recently obtained housing after experiencing homelessness, but ongoing health issues have caused him to miss several days of work. The cost of traveling to and from his medical appointments each month has put a strain on his finances. Derrick would be incredibly grateful for help with a gas card to get to his doctor appointments and cover general transportation needs until he can secure assistance through his Medicaid providers.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Tiana, a single mother of three, recently made the difficult decision to leave her home of four years due to escalating gang violence. Prioritizing her family's safety, she only took what she could carry. She is now starting over with limited income, and urgently needs assistance to purchase four beds for her family. Your generosity would be greatly appreciated as Tiana strives to provide a safe space for her children.