$560of $560
12 supporters Funded on 7/8/2014
I was homeless for over 2 years. Essential household items will allow me to call this new place home, move forward and feel like a whole person again. More
Validated by Jackie from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center
$566of $560
16 supporters Funded on 7/29/2014
I'm a single mom raising two teenage boys and a young girl I recently took in. I just started working again but can't purchase beds for everyone with my budget. More
Validated by Trisha from Starfish Family Services
$786of $780
I lost my job and shortly after my husband left me. I'm doing my best to provide for my family while I look for employment. More
Validated by Paula from Black Family Development
$465of $465
17 supporters Funded on 7/8/2014
I'm working towards my GED, but I don't have access to a computer to finish my coursework (my house is far from school and the library). More
Validated by George from Inspiration Corporation
$151of $151
4 supporters Funded on 2/24/2015
I don't make enough to be able to fix my car's heat. It doesn't work at all and I need to keep my son from getting sick in Chicago's cold winter. More
Validated by Paloma from Chicago Children's Advocacy Center
$445of $450
5 supporters Funded on 1/12/2014
I couldn't work due to injuries in my shoulder and leg. Now I’m in training to do security. I need a tablet for my training and to get more hours. More
Validated by Lauren from Berkeley Food and Housing Project
$290of $255
9 supporters Funded on 1/8/2014
Now that I have a safe place to live, I can start working towards my goals: education & employment. I need furniture & kitchenware to move forward. More
Validated by Abby from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center
$550of $505
13 supporters Funded on 12/31/2013
I'm a single hard-working parent. My twins, boy & girl, are getting bigger by the second & need sturdy beds to sleep safely, comfortably & separately. More
Validated by Sizzy from Childcare Network of Evanston
$675of $675
13 supporters Funded on 12/18/2013
I'm on a fixed income and can't afford furniture. Meeting this need will give my girls a place to sleep and help our apartment feel like a home. More
Validated by Eleanor from Inspiration Corporation
$751of $780
12 supporters Funded on 9/15/2013
Bunk beds with mattresses, dresser drawers, and an air conditioner will help my kids and me get a good night's rest More
Validated by Tracy from Childcare Network of Evanston
$455of $445
14 supporters Funded on 3/3/2013
I'm looking for work and need to pay fees to get my license back. I've interviewed with employers who say if I get my license they can consider me. More
Validated by Latosha from Heartland Alliance
$780of $780
12 supporters Funded on 7/25/2013
My goal is to get my welding certification, find a job, and support my 3 kids. It's hard to provide for them when I'm not working full time. More
Validated by Emily from Jane Addams Resource Corporation
$510of $500
15 supporters Funded on 1/25/2013
We have been sleeping on the floor, and my daughter has been sick. My goal is to eventually move into my own apartment, and she will have a bed. More
Validated by Jennifer from Childcare Network of Evanston
$665of $665
18 supporters Funded on 1/18/2013
By providing for my children I will take another step down the path of responsibility and strengthen our relationship despite our family's hard times. More
Validated by Jo from PATH
$570of $525
13 supporters Funded on 1/17/2013
I need transportation and lodging for my family to accompany me to Omaha for surgery. The closest hospital for my surgery is a 1200 mile round trip. More
Validated by Ron from Life Initiatives