We are more than halfway through the Giving Fund, and we are grateful to all those who have contributed so far! Unfortunately, there is so much need in our area, and so many deserving community members need your help. This week, we are sharing stories of a child in foster care being adopted, a family struggling to afford basic needs, a homeless mom trying to make a Christmas for her daughter, and more.
Every story carries a unique case number, allowing you to direct your donation to a specific individual or to the broader Client Support Fund at FCA via https://bit.ly/FCAgiving24 or the QR code provided.
To protect their privacy, names and details have been changed, and many of those mentioned are unaware their story has been shared. Any donations exceeding a client’s immediate needs will go toward the FCA Client Support Fund, ensuring your generosity continues to support others in need.
Thank you for supporting the Giving Fund and help neighbors right here in our backyard. Your generosity makes a real difference for the people we serve, and we couldn’t do this work without you.
131: Corinne, 15, recently moved into a new apartment with her mom and three siblings. Although her mom works tirelessly at multiple jobs, she’s struggling to afford even the basics to make their new space feel like home. Without furniture, Corinne and her siblings have nowhere to study or sleep comfortably, adding to the stress her mother already carries. A gift of $500 would help them purchase essentials, turning an empty apartment into a real home where Corinne and her family can finally feel settled and safe.
132: Maxine just turned 83 and, although she has spent most of her life welcoming foster children into her home, she has found herself struggling financially. Her daughter has academic and mental health struggles, and her husband recently passed away. A gift of $300 will Maxine pay for groceries and cleaning supplies so she can focus on becoming more financially stable.
133: Damon is a baby with serious medical issues. He’s been in foster care since he was just a few months old, and his foster mother will soon be granted guardianship. A gift of $250 will help his mother pay for the transfer of guardianship and cover some of his medical costs.
134: Delia is 12 years old and lives with her parents and younger sibling. The family lives paycheck to paycheck and rising rent costs have been difficult. They are currently very stressed trying to figure out how to cover their rent while proving household supplies, winter clothing, and other essentials. A gift of $450 would help them cover these basic needs and ease their financial burden.
135: Olivia is a single mother who is temporarily residing in a hotel while she tries to find supportive housing. She recently shared she won’t be able to provide Christmas for her daughter and she has no family nearby to share the holiday. She’s struggling with guilt and loneliness. A gift of $500 would allow her to provide a real Christmas for her daughter and cover a few days in the hotel while she looks for a better solution.
136: Jodie is a teenager in foster care who is participating in a credit recovery program which requires access to a laptop to complete her coursework effectively. A gift of $300 would provide her with the necessary technology for this class and others in the future, ensuring she is better prepared and poised for academic success.
137: Elise, just 10 years old, witnessed a murder and is dealing with severe trauma. She is a good student and is working hard to manage her PTSD symptoms. She lives with her siblings and grandparents in a one-bedroom apartment, and the family desperately needs more space. A gift of $500 would assist her family with a security deposit for a larger apartment.
138: Casey is in foster care and has serious medical needs which require occupational therapy to help him feel safe and stable. Unfortunately, many of these therapies are not covered by his insurance. Casey’s foster mother is adopting him, and a gift of $350 would help her pay for these needs as the two begin their new chapter as an official family.
139: Verna lives on a very limited income and hasn’t been able to afford her phone bill the last few months, leaving her isolated and limiting her ability to rely on her support network. A gift of $150 would help her reinstate her service and be reconnected with her family and community.
140: Miles and his three siblings are being raised by their hardworking mother who has also recently taken in refugees from her home country, a truly generous act. Unfortunately, Miles has difficulty with speech and is dealing with bullying at school. A gift of $500 would help Miles’ mom get him into therapy to help his speech issues and restore his confidence.
