Maria Balestrieri


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3 supporters
Funded on 6/11/2020

Willie from Brooklyn, New York

I've been inspired by my neighborhood garden to study agriculture. I need a laptop!

I have a dream of opening up neighborhood gardens in the communities around me. I need a laptop to study as I major in agriculture. More

Validated by Verona from NYC Department of Probation

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2 supporters
Funded on 7/10/2019

Montel from New York City, New York

I'm a student in a nursing program. I need help paying my fees and school supplies!

I'm on the path to becoming a registered nurse, but I need assistance paying for my exam fee, books, and scrubs and shoes. More

Validated by Haley from NYC Department of Probation

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Funded on 7/10/2019

Ron from Chicago, IL

If you cover the cost of registration, I'll be able to work as a security guard.

I've passed the exam to become a guard & I've got a job lined up. All I need is the cost of a "Permanent Employee Registration Card" & fingerprinting! More

Validated by Amiel from Above and Beyond Family Recovery Center

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9 supporters
Funded on 7/19/2019

Thomas from Chicago, IL

Ready to work & support my kids; I need to reinstate my license & buy safety gear.

I'm in training at JARC to be a welder. To find work, I first need safety gear and to reinstate my license so I can commute. More

Validated by Gustavo from Jane Addams Resource Corporation

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4 supporters
Funded on 11/25/2018

Jules from Chicago, Illinois

Veteran on my path out of homelessness! Basic household items will help me rebuild.

I need some basic household items like kitchen supplies and towels to be able to maintain my home and live comfortably with dignity. More

Validated by Brianne from Lincoln Park Community Services

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Funded on 11/25/2018

Marissa from Portsmouth, NH

I need help covering 1 exam fee to become a Certified Recovery Support Worker!

As the mother of children in recovery, I want to become a CRSW to help people and families navigate the recovery process. More

Validated by Heather from Granite Pathways

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Funded on 11/25/2018

Jack from Chicago, IL

Getting my car fixed will let me get back on track to stability.

I work several jobs, and my car is something I absolutely depend on. I need help covering the cost of this repair to move forward. More

Validated by Kayla from Center for Changing Lives

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4 supporters
Funded on 11/25/2018

Joe from Chicago, IL

One plane ticket will let me see family for the first time in 20 years!

Living with a disability is difficult, especially when it comes to transportation. I would love more than anything to reunite with my family. More

Validated by Chantal from Inspiration Corporation

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7 supporters
Funded on 12/18/2017

Mona from Chicago, IL

Recently housed and getting back on my feet. I need basic household items to thrive.

Basic items such as kitchenware and bedding will help me feel at home and build stability in my new apartment. More

Validated by Cassandra from Chicago Lights: Elam Davies Social Service Center

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Funded on 4/7/2016

Frank from Chicago, IL

I'm training to become a machinist. With the right equipment, I know I can do the job

I'm ready to work as a CNC operator. To get hired, I need the right gear like protective equipment and work clothing. More

Validated by Mark from Jane Addams Resource Corporation


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