Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Utilities. Israel is an Electrical Apprentice who also is enrolled in the Office of Community Wealth Building's Workforce Program. He has a large family and many of his family members have experienced a reduction in work hours since March of this year. Although Israel's utilities are still connected, the deadline for payment is fast- approaching. Israel needs help with payment towards this bill until he can return to work on a full-time basis.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Electric Bill. Jacqueline is enrolled in a participant in the Office of Community Wealth Building’s Workforce Program. She is working as a Certified Nurse Assistant. Jacqueline’s hours were reduced as a result of social distancing. She is requesting help with payment toward her electric bill before the end of the month so she is able to keep her lights on. Jacqueline will be able to cover the remaining balance of $120 with her income.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Groceries. Kendra is an enrolled participant in the Office of Community Wealth's Building Workforce Program. She was laid off from her job due to the COVID-19 crisis. Kendra needs help with groceries until she is able to go back when her job re-opens.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Utility Bill. Kevontra is a single mother of two children who, like many of our city residents has experienced a loss in income during this period of social distancing. She is requesting help with payment toward a utility bill. This type of assistance will be a great help to her family.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Utility Bill. Natasha is an enrolled participant in the Office of Community Wealth Building's workforce program. She is employed with one job and is working hard to support a family of four. Natasha has fallen behind on some of her bills and she needs help with paying her utility bill She is now working on stability so that she does not have to go into a shelter. This type of assistance will be a great help to Natasha and her family during this time.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with a Laptop. Sulaiman is a participant in the Office of Community Wealth Building, who has experienced a significant loss of income due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Like many of us, he has had to "pivot" and use video chatting platforms to interact with clients for work. However, Sulaiman does not own a computer, nor does he have the resources to acquire one. He is requesting assistance with a laptop computer to strengthen his communication at home.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Tires. Peggy is out of work temporarily, due to the COVID -19. She is receiving compensation but her money is being used for food, and to pay other bills. Peggy cannot afford to purchase new or used tires that she needs to pass a Virginia State Inspection. She needs her inspection to operate her vehicle before she returns to work. Peggy is reaching out for assistance towards the purchase a tire for her vehicle.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Groceries and Household Essentials. Tanna recently lost her job due to COVID 19. Out of her family of five, two were employed, now there is one working. Tanna is in the process of applying for unemployment benefits. However, in the meantime, her funds are running low, and food is scarce. Tanna needs food and simple household items like toiletries, masks, gloves, disinfectants, toilet paper, and paper towels. She wants to get items from the community, but without proper Protective Gear- it's not safe. Tanna is asking for support to help her family get through this time.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Help with household essentials and clothing. Amaya was recently housed after experiencing years of domestic violence and a period of homelessness. She has also been diagnosed with a significant medical condition that prevents her from lifting 10 lbs or more. She is currently looking for a job that requires limited physical work. In the meantime, support with clothing and household essentials such as bedding, kitchenware and cleaning supplies will help Amaya maintain safe and stable housing.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Help with Groceries and Hygiene Products. Isabella is a fully devoted mother taking care of four children – one who has severe autism, and one who is just turning two years old. She has very limited English language skills and does not currently work. Her two older children are still school age and do their best to help out where they can. Support with groceries and personal hygiene products (soap, shampoo, toothpaste, dish and laundry detergent) would make it possible for Isabella to afford other urgent needs for her family, including pest extermination services, and maintain a healthy home environment.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Help with Groceries and Clothing. Liam is a 14-year-old student living in a six-person household. He was in the process of securing a worker’s permit and job before COVID-19, hoping to support his family and gain skills for success in the future. The current pandemic has restricted Liam’s opportunities for employment. Assistance with food and clothing will help his family through these difficult times as he continues his job search.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Laptop. Steven is a participant in the Office of Community Wealth Building's workforce program. He is an adult tutor who normally gives in-person instruction to students. Since this period of social distancing, Steven has found it challenging to instruct his students as he does not have a computer at home. He is asking for assistance with a laptop, so he can continue to make a living as a tutor.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Utility Bill. Stanley is a senior enrolled in the Office of Community's Wealth Building workforce program. He has experienced a reduction in work hours as a result of social distancing. Many companies had suspended account payments from March - April. However, Stanley's bill will be due in a few weeks. He is asking for assistance with money toward his Dominion Power Bill. Stanley will be able to cover the remainder of the balance with his income

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Auto Insurance. Kymberly is a participant in the Office of Community Wealth's Building Workforce Development Program. She will start an online Real Estate course very soon so she can become a licensed real estate agent in Virginia. Currently, Kymberly is not employed and is the sole caregiver for her mother. She has fallen behind on some of her bills. Kymberly is asking for assistance with her auto insurance bill that is due in ten days on May 15.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Groceries. Michael is a returning citizen. He also is a participant in the City of Richmond's Workforce Development program. Michael found it challenging to secure employment before the COVID-9 crisis. Now, it is even more difficult for him to land a new job. Michael is asking for assistance with groceries during this time.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Groceries. Calvin is a senior who also is a participant in the Office of Community Wealth Building's Workforce Development Program. He lives on a fixed income and has not been able to secure employment lately. A little help with groceries would help Calvin in a big way until he can work again.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Help with Electricity Bill. Dominica is a participant in the Office of Community Wealth Building's Workforce Development program. She recently lost her job in March. At this time, she has no income until she receives her unemployment benefit. Dominica is asking for help toward her electric bill of $376.76. She will pay the remainder of the balance with the money she receives from unemployment.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Help with Groceries. Andrew is a warehouse worker who was laid-off of his job in Jan 2020. He finds the job search process challenging during this time of he finds it difficult to obtain employment during this period of social distancing. Andrew is receiving unemployment benefits. However, with around $250 a week, it is difficult to cover all of his bills: rent, electricity, groceries, among other responsibilities. Andrew is asking for help with groceries as he continues to look for work.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Chaya Braxton

Help with Utility Bill. Cecilia is a participant in the Office of Community Wealth Building's Workforce Development Program. Like so many others, her hours were reduced. As a result, Cecilia fell behind with her utility bill. Fulfilling this need will provide her with a peace of mind as she looks for additional employment during this crisis.

Partner: Richmond Office of Community Wealth Building

Advisor: Janette McGrady

Help with Groceries. Benita is unemployed and can not return to work until this period of social distancing is over. Also, her daughter and two grandchildren have moved in with her recently. Benita is disabled, and her finances are not enough to support her family. She is requesting assistance with food.