Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Emily is a dedicated single mother who has weekly visitations with her toddler, and is working hard to create a stable future for her family. She has been actively focusing on her mental health through the Villa’s community-based programming, is enrolled in school to improve her career prospects, and recently started a new job. However, due to a lack of income prior to this, she is struggling with her electric bill and at risk of disconnection. Emily would greatly appreciate your support as she continues working toward independence.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Mason is an 11-year-old student who is receiving Intensive In-Home Services to address emotional and behavioral challenges. His school is planning a field trip to Washington, D.C., which would offer an excellent opportunity for him to build social skills, boost self-confidence, and engage in an enriching learning experience outside their usual environment. However, the cost of the trip presents a financial burden for Mason's family. We are seeking support to help provide him with this invaluable experience, which aligns with his clinical treatment goals and will contribute positively to his growth and development.

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Diana and her son are both doing their best to overcome household challenges with the support of Mentoring and Intensive In-Home Services at St. Joseph’s Villa. Despite facing significant financial hardship due to unstable income, Diana is fully committed to their growth and progress in our program. Right now, she urgently needs help with her electric and water bills to maintain a stable and supportive home environment for her son. This stability is critical to her son’s success and well-being, and will allow him to continue receiving the counseling and care he needs.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Alvin recently experienced a kitchen fire that caused significant damage to their home, leaving them temporarily displaced and in need of essential items. They are currently seeking support to help cover basic necessities such as food, gas, clothing, and toiletries.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Saisha is a devoted mother of three who has faced a challenging and transformative journey after the birth of her youngest children. Following a tragic situation, she’s been working hard to rebuild her life and find stability with her growing family. As she returns to work after her leave, Saisha is still adjusting to the financial changes, and is now seeking assistance with her water bill to help her get back on track. With her strength and resilience, she is focused on creating a stable future for her children.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Cara Boim

Pamela is a single mother who recently relocated after experiencing domestic violence for 10 years. She is the sole provider for her 2 boys, who love to play sports. Her next goal is to rebuild her credit and be completely on her feet again. She has fallen into debt due to relocating and needs some assistance with her rent this month. This $500 will support Pamela in staying on track toward her goal.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Shereida Archie

Quaniuque is currently a resident in Caritas's women's shelter. She she was recently approved for permanent housing. Quaniuque is currently working but she is not working a lot of hours. Quaniuque is seeking assistance in the amount of $250 to pay off her storage bill. She shared that she became homeless after her former landlord decided to sell the house that she was renting for several years. Quaniuque states that with assistance from the Giving Wall, she will be able to get a head start on her transition from being homeless to living in her new home.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Mr. Wright is a grandfather who recently received custody of his 4 granddaughters in April. After experiencing the sudden loss of his daughter and their mother the family of five have been trying to make sense of the new norm. Due to no end of life plans the bulk of arrangements fell on Mr Wright to pay for causing him to be delinquent on his water bill. Living on a fixed income can be challenging for any parent and is has certainly taken a toll on a single grandfather who still wants to make the best living environment for his girls.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Paz Ochs

Carolina is a mother of three, an immigrant, and a survivor of a decades-long abusive marriage. Carolina had been economically dependent on her abuser and when she left him, he stopped providing any financial or parenting support; and as a result, had to cover the expenses for her family. These circumstances have made it difficult for Carolina to cover expenses such as this car payment of $498.00. Without her car, Carolina and her daughters would have no transportation, which would make finding and sustaining employment even more difficult. Carolina has made enormous strides in therapy. To sustain this progress, Carolina needs to be able to meet the basic needs of her family. This support of $498.00 will help Carolina, and her daughters achieve financial independence.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Shereida Archie

Caleale has recently moved from NYC to Virginia. He is homeless and staying in Caritas men's shelter. Caleale arrived at the shelter wearing short pants and a short sheeve shirt. Caleale is 6'5" tall. Because of his size, he has experienced difficulty finding clothing. He is seeking assistance obtaining a winter coat size 5x and under garments size 5x. Caleale is working with Caritas men's case manager to find employment and permanent housing. He states that receiving assistance from the Giving Wall will help him be prepared for employment and for the cold weather.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Dai a single mother of two kids with special needs, needs assistance catching up on electric bill. To support her family, Dai works full time and recently enrolled back in school to increase her opportunities for growth. While tackling motherhood and the first semester of school Dai's roommate unexpectedly left the agreement. Being left with additional rent cost put the family $300 behind on the electric bill and now is facing disconnection. Your assistance means a lot and will help support one ambitious mother to continue meeting the basic needs of her family.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Batter Up! Latoya is a hardworking mom dedicated to giving her children new experiences and helping them succeed in life. This year, her son is eager to try out for sports, but she needs assistance covering the cost of his sports physical, which isn’t covered by her insurance. Please help support Latoya and her future ballplayer by contributing to the cost of the physical! Your generosity can make a big difference. Thank you!

Partner: St. Joseph's Villa

Advisor: Drew Melson

Natalia's life was turned upside down when she contracted COVID-19, leaving her physically paralyzed and unable to work, which eventually led to homelessness. Despite these life-altering challenges, her determination never wavered. She successfully completed a workforce development program, secured a job at a local shelter, and was recently approved for an apartment. However, she is moving in with only the few belongings she had at the women’s shelter. Natalia would be grateful for assistance with household essentials, including bedding and kitchen supplies, as she continues to rebuild her life in her new home.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

The Bridges Family needs your support to cover an essential cell phone bill that ensures communication between school and home. Your generous donation will help keep their phones active, allowing them to receive important updates, reminders, and resources from teachers. Together, we can empower this family to stay engaged in their children's education and foster a supportive learning environment at home.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Following the loss of her husband in August 2024, a devoted wife is navigating the challenges of managing her family's needs alone. While she works to get his affairs in order, she has shown incredible strength in seeking support. Currently, she is in need of assistance with her electricity bill, which would greatly alleviate some of her burdens. Any support would be deeply appreciated as she strives to create stability for her family during this difficult time.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Due to a recent change in income, Ms. Bernita's rent is currently behind. The household includes a disabled individual, emphasizing their need for stability. With hope on the horizon, they are determined to improve their situation soon by starting a new job in October. Any support to help the family get caught up on rent would greatly help them during this temporary time of need.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Nice is a resilient single mother of four, demonstrating remarkable strength as she navigates financial challenges. Despite facing difficulties, she prioritizes her family's needs and seeks out resources to support them. Currently, she is balancing her expenses, particularly her water bill. While this pressure is tough, her determination to find solutions showcases her resourcefulness. Any support to help cover these costs would empower her to continue focusing on her family's well-being.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Shamonique and her two children enjoy spending time with each other while playing board games and cooking. As a single mother Shamonique knows the importance of providing endless amounts of love and support to her girls. Having to do so while managing three different schedules and working full time has often left mom wondering what more can be done. During this past month, the household acquired additional charges to rent due to repairs that had to be made in their unit. This increase has Shamonique worried about acquiring additional late fees and being in violation of her lease if the full payment is not received. Your support will allow us to promote more family engagement time for Shamonique and her family.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Paz Ochs

Elena is a single working mother, domestic violence survivor, and ardent problem solver. Her husband fled following multiple domestic violence charges, leaving Elena and her 7-year-old daughter to fend for themselves. Elena’s resourcefulness and self-advocacy enabled her to secure safe housing. However, she had to quit one of her jobs when her daughter started the 2nd grade, and, as a result, she fell behind in her September rent. This setback did not deter her, and she was able to find a housemate to help lower her housing costs starting in October. This support will help her cover September rent and allow Elena and her daughter to continue living in a safe and secure home.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Ms. Booze and her family recently relocated to Richmond from DC in August with limited time to learn the footprint of a new city and prepare for the approaching new school year in new schools. An active, loving mother of three daughters could use support with their transition to Richmond. Ms. Booze received a large bill for her utilities due to acquiring a security deposit. Currently she's worried about missing important evening time with her girls after taking extra shifts to cover the cost associated with relocating. Your support will go towards a mom having more time in the evening to be engaged with her daughters.