Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Carolyn Champion

Virginia is a valued and loved teacher in the East End and recently lost her 18-year old son. She seeks assistance to cover funeral expenses so she can focus on herself and her family during this time.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

At age 61, Charles is now housed after a long period of experiencing homelessness. He loves his new home and is currently trying to find a job. However, his search has been especially challenging during the pandemic, as he is not computer savvy. Charles worked odd jobs in the past and is looking for a position that will cover his rent costs. He is not giving up and is out every day searching for work. He is asking for assistance with boots, socks, bedding, and winter clothes.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

A single mother of four, Frida and her children were housed 10 months ago after experiencing homelessness, and she continues to make great strides. She was working full time and on the verge of meeting her housing costs when COVID-19 spiked again. Her hours were cut from 40 hours to 20 hours per week. She is still positive, but nervous about her housing costs. She is asking for warm clothing for her children so she can put her income toward rent.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Until recently, Ayanna and her five boys were homeless. Ayanna just secured a job as a Certified Nursing Assistant, but needs to obtain certifications in CPR and Meds before she can be put on the schedule. Since she has not yet received a paycheck, she and her children, ages 1 to 15, are in need of warm bedding and items such as blankets, sheets, comforters, pillows, towels and washcloths, as well as socks and shoes for the boys.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Kennicia was recently put on disability and with a decrease in income, she has found it difficult providing all the necessary needs for her family. She has limited resources and is asking for assistance in helping her pay her electricity bill. Kennicia doesn't like to fall behind and she is could really use the assistance to help out so she can use the extra money for food to feed her two girls.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Alvin fell behind after having unexpected repairs needed for his car. He needs his transportation to get back and forth to work. Due to the unforeseen setback, Alvin is asking for help to pay his car note so he doesn't fall behind in other bills.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Chardae fell behind on her electricity bill and made arrangements for a payment plan. Recently, her hours were cut down to 24 hours a week. She wasn't able to make her payment arrangement is requesting assistance with the bill.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Taniqua's hours at work have been cut tremendously during COVID, due to social distancing in beauty salons. Taniqua and her daughter have been struggling both try to obtain hours with their part time jobs. Taniqua has a portion of the rent; however, she fell short and is requesting assistance with the remaining funds.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

April has struggled to find a career that provides enough for herself and her children. After a good deal of reflection and research, April has made a decision to pursue a profession as a CDL Driver. She has a passion for driving, and with the pandemic we are facing, she wants to be an asset to the community by delivery goods. April is currently enrolled in training and has limited hours at her current job, she is requesting help to pay towards her utility bill so she can get caught up.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Andrea has experienced a financial strain after a cut in her hours at work. She is currently seeking other employment that will meet all her needs; however, in the meantime, she is requesting assistance with her car insurance so she will be covered going to and from work.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Chelsea has struggled to make ends meet financially during COVID-19. After a good deal of reflection and job searching, Chelsea has made a commitment to pursue finding a part-time job that works around her childrens schedule to help her stay ahead and not fall behind financially.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Sherika Chew

Rotunda recently relocated into her own apartment after finding the strength to transition from a very toxic situation. She has been successfully managing her own apartment and financial responsibilities despite her inability to work a traditional job and her fixed disability income. Though she currently resides alone she has the over the past 7 months been proudly making her apartment home the best way she can. She was recently given the opportunity to obtain household furnishings from the Caritas program and needs some support paying the referral and delivery fees. With this assistance she will be able to completely furnish her apartment and finally settle into her new home.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Mr. Howard is a single father of a 14 year old female. Since March 2020, Mr. Howard has full custody of his daughter and being disabled has put a strain on him financially. He has fallen behind in his city utility bill and is requesting assistance to help him get caught up.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Sherika Chew

Jasmine is a single mother of 4 and has been diligently working to keep all her household expenses afloat but has fallen behind since being laid off as a result of the pandemic. She has recently returned to work but is finding difficulty juggling her current responsibilities and just needs some assistance to get back on track.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Sherika Chew

Yolanda is a single mother. Her income has been severely impacted recently by fluctuation in child support payments as a result of covid implications. She has reliable childcare for her 4 year old son and needs assistance covering tuition for the next two weeks while she makes adjustments to the temporary change in income.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Sherika Chew

Justice is a single mother of two littles. She recently was let go from her job due to complications from her pregnancy. She is hoping to return to work in January and is working to secure reliable childcare. This small gift will make all the difference in helping her family continue to stay afloat during this holiday season.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Kimberly Young

Cassandra is seeking support with rent as she has fallen behind due to circumstances beyond her control. Cassandra has received notification from her leasing company that she has until December 4, 2020 to make a payment towards her balance or she will face eviction. Cassandra is diligently committed to caring for her children and is working to provide all that she can with what she has. Consider pouring into a woman that continues to unselfishly pour into others.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Kimberly Young

Tanya is mother, caregiver, and beloved community member in transition and needs some support to help her in the next stage of her career. Tanya excitingly begins a new job in the coming weeks which has applied pressure to her finances, as her car note is due during her period of adjustment. An investment in Tanya is an investment in her future and her family, both of which are incredibly deserving!

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Kimberly Young

Like many household's Ashley has experienced significant disruption in her home which has resulted in a significant decreased in her work hours. Ashley is the mother of a beautiful 7-year-old daughter whom she has recently sent to live with her father until she is able to get back on her feet. Ashley needs support to pay the balance of her utility bill as she continues to work hard and strive towards her goals in the midst of this pandemic.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Oleda is requesting support from The Giving Wall. She is a single mother of 3 young growing children, with an income level under the federal guidelines for poverty. She is unemployed with a limited income. She consistently tries to accommodate the additional cost to care for her children due to COVID, It truly is a daily challenge. At this time, Oleda's urgent need is to have enough groceries for the month.