Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Cara Boim

Samantha has spent the past two years rebuilding her life with Safe Harbor after leaving an abusive relationship. In July, she started a new job at a local grocery store deli, where her hard work and determination have truly shone. Now, Samantha is ready for her next chapter: moving into her own home and starting a new life on her own terms. To celebrate her fresh start, Safe Harbor would love to give her the gift of a first month’s rent. Please consider donating to help Samantha take this important step toward a safe, stable future. Every contribution can help make her new beginning a little brighter.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Cara Boim

Ruby came to Safe Harbor in April after escaping an abusive relationship. Since then, she has worked hard to rebuild her life with strength and determination. Her three adult children mean everything to her. After settling into the shelter, Ruby helped her daughter relocate from Roanoke to Richmond. This fall, her daughter will begin pursuing a degree to become a mental health professional by following in her mother's footsteps. Everyone at Safe Harbor is incredibly proud of the progress Ruby has made, both personally and professionally. She is now preparing for an exciting new chapter: moving into her own apartment. To make that transition possible, Ruby needs assistance hiring movers to transport her belongings from Roanoke to Richmond. Your donation can help turn this next step into a reality. Every contribution helps Ruby continue building a safe, stable future. Thank you for considering a gift to support her journey.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Valentine is an engineer who recently lost her job and is currently experiencing homelessness. We are seeking financial assistance to help her obtain a professional work uniform so she can continue pursuing employment opportunities with dignity and confidence. Ms. Valentine is a hardworking, kind, and resilient person who has faced significant challenges while continuing to move forward. She deserves the opportunity to rebuild her life, return to work, and regain stability, and this support would make a meaningful difference in helping her do so.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Ashley recently began getting back on her feet after experiencing several medical challenges and had been making progress toward financial stability. Unfortunately, she was involved in an accident at work and has since been hospitalized, causing her to fall behind on her bills, including an electric bill she had been actively paying through a payment plan. She is now behind on that payment plan and is requesting financial assistance toward her electric bill. If her power is disconnected, she may lose eligibility for the payment plan and face even greater debt when she is able to return to work.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Cara Boim

Annabelle is a single mother who recently left an abusive relationship. She is currently balancing parenting, work, and legal concerns while rebuilding her life. Safe Harbor has helped provide her with housing, but she still needs a working phone so she can stay connected with her children and manage the responsibilities ahead. Please consider making a donation toward Annabelle’s phone bill. Your support can help keep this vital line of communication open. Thank you for helping Annabelle take this important next step.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Erica is a pregnant single mother currently experiencing homelessness. Despite the difficult circumstances she is facing, she has been given an incredible opportunity to relocate across the country and stay with her sister, where she can enter a program that supports homeless mothers who want to carry their pregnancies to term and raise their babies. The opportunity is there—but she needs help getting there. Right now, Ms. Erica cannot afford the bus ticket required to make the journey to safety and stability. A donation of any amount can help get her one step closer to a safe place to live, support for herself and her baby, and a fresh start with family.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Ms. Williams is a single mother who is currently in need of assistance with her utility bill. Despite the financial challenges of supporting her children, she recently accomplished an important personal goal. After taking a pause from nursing school to focus on her children, Ms. Williams was able to make her final payment and complete all required fees to begin her journey toward becoming a Registered Nurse. Her goal is to complete RN school in 2027 and build a more stable future for herself and her children. Assistance with her utility bill would provide much-needed relief and allow her to focus on continuing her education and caring for her family without the added burden of an outstanding utility balance. Your support would be greatly appreciated as Ms. Williams works toward completing her education and achieving long-term financial stability for her family.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

We are asking for your help for Ruthie, a truly kind and resilient person who is working incredibly hard to change her circumstances and build a better life. Ruthie is currently working to get off the streets and is doing everything she can to stay focused on her recovery and move forward. She needs a wheelchair charger so she can continue getting to her doctor’s appointments, therapy, and other important services that are helping her on this journey. Ruthie has been through a lot, but she continues to show strength, determination, and a willingness to keep trying. She deserves the opportunity to stay connected to the care and support she needs without her mobility becoming another barrier. We are hoping to raise enough to get her the wheelchair charger she urgently needs.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Chad Skipwith

Mr. Guiterrez was born in El Salvador but has been living in Richmond for over 25 years. He was working a very long time for a popular restaurant by VCU until his health issues. His is currently seeking help from to community to pay for his medication since he does not qualify for Medicaid.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Yvette's life changed dramatically after becoming disabled, leaving her displaced and unable to work. She has endured multiple painful surgeries and continues to face significant physical challenges that make even everyday tasks difficult. She has been sleeping on an air mattress, which has made it even harder for her body to recover and manage her pain. The financial strain of her disability, combined with her limited mobility, has made it nearly impossible to afford or shop for basic household furnishings. Your support would help provide the essential furniture she needs to create a safe, comfortable, and functional home, giving her a better environment for healing while restoring comfort, dignity, and stability.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Rooks is a hardworking janitor who has transformed her life through determination and perseverance. After participating in the Caritas Works program, she rebuilt her life from the ground up and secured stable employment. Committed to maintaining her independence and continuing her progress, she is now working to furnish her home with essential household items. Your support would help provide the furniture she needs to create a comfortable, stable living environment and continue building on the foundation she has worked so hard to achieve.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Chad Skipwith

Mr. Booker is a hardworking older man who spent his life working but also struggling with substance abuse. After experiencing homelessness, and completing The Healing Place at Caritas, he is now transitioning into an apartment and working to rebuild his life. Therefore, he is in need of essential furniture to create a safe, comfortable, and functional home. He is requesting the community's support to help him pay a service fee to obtain furniture from a furniture bank.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Help Ms. McKenzie keep the belongings she's worked so hard to hold onto. Despite experiencing homelessness, she works diligently at a Amazon warehouse and is doing everything she can to rebuild her life. She's now facing the loss of her storage unit because she cannot afford the storage bill. Your donation will help protect her personal belongings and give her one less obstacle on her path toward stable housing. Every contribution, no matter the size, makes a meaningful difference. Thank you for your support.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Tompkins is working to rebuild her life after experiencing homelessness caused by significant mental health challenges and years of surviving physical and emotional abuse as a military spouse. Despite these hardships, she remains determined to move forward and is employed as a hardworking phlebotomist. She is currently seeking financial assistance to purchase the scrubs and essential work items she needs to continue working, as well as support to help her regain stability. Every donation, no matter the amount, will make a meaningful difference in helping Ms. Tompkins maintain her employment and continue her journey toward independence. Thank you for considering supporting Ms. Tompkins during this critical time. Your generosity can help provide the stability and encouragement she needs to build a brighter future

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Cara Boim

Safe Harbor has been working with this single mother since the beginning of the summer. She has ongoing concerns about being stalked and believes that individuals have been tampering with her vehicle. Because she relies on her car to travel throughout the community for work, these concerns have created significant stress and anxiety. We are asking for the community's support in helping us purchase a dash camera for her vehicle. A dash camera would provide an added layer of security, help document any suspicious activity, and give our client greater peace of mind. Since it is not possible for her to monitor her vehicle at all times, this simple tool could make a meaningful difference in helping her feel safer while continuing to work and care for her family. Any contribution toward the purchase of a dash camera is greatly appreciated. Thank you for helping us support this client during a challenging time.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Mills is a hardworking older woman who spent her life supporting and caring for her family. After experiencing homelessness, she is now transitioning into an apartment and working to rebuild her life with stability and dignity. As she begins this new chapter, she is in need of essential furniture to create a safe, comfortable, and functional home. After years of putting others first, replacing these basic household items is financially out of reach. Your support would help provide the furnishings she needs to maintain her independence, improve her quality of life, and enjoy the comfort and security she has earned through a lifetime of hard work.

Partner: Peter Paul Development Center

Advisor: Chimere Miles

Ms. Bright is a single mother of two daughters who recently experienced a reduction in household income after making the difficult decision to leave her parttime job so she could better care for her children. Due to the lack of quality affordable summer programming, she was left with no choice but to prioritize her children's care over supplemental employment. As a result of this loss of income, Ms. Bright was unable to make her monthly utility payment and is now experiencing financial hardship. Assistance during this challenging time would help stabilize her household as she continues to provide a safe and supportive environment for her daughters.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Matthew Tucker

Ms. Morgan, after caring for family for several years during their aging and dying processes, is now in need of steady income and stable housing. She put in the grueling footwork to obtain such, but she is mere steps away - figuratively and literally, because of her need of steel-toed boots. Supporting her in this manner would allow Ms. Morgan to care for herself and her basic needs after many years of caring for others.

Partner: Safe Harbor

Advisor: Cara Boim

Tiffany is a mom of a beautiful 8-year-old daughter who has been struggling with finding the appropriate mental health resources after experiencing being apart from her father due to abuse. Tiffany, being the amazing mom, she is, has been trying to look for the best mental health resources for her daughter and ultimately decided that the best decision would be to relocate to North Carolina. Tiffany also suffers from a chronic illness and feels that North Carolina may be able to provide the appropriate healthcare for both her and her daughter. Due to this condition, employment is hard to maintain and the main source of income comes from government benefits. This leaves Tiffany needing extra support to afford the costs of hiring movers since her condition makes it hard to do the move on her own. We are requesting $500 to cover the deposit of the movers to help Tiffany and her daughter start their new adventure in their new home in North Carolina.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Chad Skipwith

Mr. Bailey is currently experiencing homelessness in the Richmond are He is currently seeking employment and would love the community's help to obtain his forklift certificate so that he can be more marketable in his search.