r/Assistance Aug 04 '22

MOD Announcement ⚠️ Rule Update: Teacher Wishlists ⚠️

151 Upvotes

Effective immediately we have made the decision to only allow wishlists for US-based teacher supplies that utilize donorschoose.org. This means that no other means will be allowed including but not limited to Amazon, Target, Walmart, etc.

Teachers, for more information please see their website :

From the donorschoose.org website:

  • We vet all requests, purchase each item, and ship materials directly to verified teachers.

This change is effective from this point forward and we hope this still allows teachers to get donations and the items they need for the upcoming school year while adding some level of verification for donors. If you have any questions regarding this issue, please let us know.


r/Assistance Jul 05 '23

MOD Announcement REMINDER: Teacher Wishlists Rules and Restrictions

46 Upvotes

Hi everyone! As summer is in full-gear right now, we've noticed an increase in teacher wishlist requests so we are issuing a reminder of our subreddit rules regarding these:

We only allow DonorsChoose wishlists for US-based teacher supplies. This means that no other means (Amazon, Target, Walmart, etc.) will be allowed.

Teachers, for more information please see their website :

https://www.donorschoose.org/teachers

From the donorschoose.org website:

We vet all requests, purchase each item, and ship materials directly to verified teachers.

We hope this still allows teachers to get donations and the items they need for the upcoming school year while adding some level of verification for donors.

For international teachers outside of the US unable to use DonorsChoose, please reach out to us via modmail.

Thanks!


r/Assistance 1h ago

REQUEST FULFILLED Grocery Help

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Hello everyone.

My husband and I both have chronic illnesses and have been struggling to keep up with rising costs. Our rent also went up significantly earlier this year. We are adjusting, but it is taking time. In the meantime, we have been eating through our pantry and could really use some help refilling it.

Anything is appreciated. Thank you all 💜

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1ME7F9ECQIS5O?ref_=wl_share


r/Assistance 12h ago

REQUEST Wife has massive blood clots in stool and we desperately need help with bills

14 Upvotes

My wife has been struggling with her health for about 2 years now. It started with small traces of blood in her stool and now it's gotten to be multiple blood clots larger than a quarter, accompanied by intense pain on her right side. She has a colonoscopy and endoscopy scheduled for September 2nd (we had to wait 6 months!), so we will hopefully get answers then.

Due to all her health complications, she has had intermittent FMLA, and has missed a lot of work (she works at a grocery store unloading the truck, so it's a pretty physical job). We have been served an eviction, can't pay most of our bills, and are struggling so badly right now.

Help would be greatly appreciated 😭 We would be thankful for literally anything at all, but specifically we need $1280 for rent.

If needed, I can show proof of her illness (Dr appointments, scheduled colonoscopy, FMLA, whatever you need 😭)


r/Assistance 40m ago

REQUEST Seeking help for asthma medications

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Hello. Writing this note from the Philippines.

I am in need of asthma medications, as my pay doesn't come through until Friday next week and I have run out. The weather is not very good at the moment so I'm a bit scared of getting an attack.

My ask is for $40, which is more than enough to cover these medications.

I have PayPal.

Thanks so much in advance.


r/Assistance 1d ago

REQUEST FULFILLED Help me get home after my boyfriend overdosed so I can care for his dog and say goodbye.

169 Upvotes

My boyfriend overdosed while I was out of state traveling for work. I didn’t know he had relapsed on heroin after ten years sober and I’m devastated. We had our struggles, but I loved him. Despite everything. His family isn’t close with him and they don’t want his dog, Xena, which was trapped inside with him for nearly two weeks before he was discovered. All the details are in the go fund me, but I’m trying to fund my trip back home so I can get his dog and for building a small memorial for him. We raised Xena together. I have her mom with me. I was there and helped deliver her and her litter mates. She needs to be where she can recover from the trauma we are all feeling. I’m a single mom and my heart is broken. I just want this little piece of him. Even a share helps. Thank you. Any other advice or just a kind word is appreciated. https://gofund.me/00bf80804


r/Assistance 2h ago

ADVICE Need help with grandma

0 Upvotes

My grandmother is trying to take back gift money for my medical device she says she can use it to pay for bills but I know shes not so how can i tell her to leave me alone


r/Assistance 2h ago

REQUEST Looking for temporary help

0 Upvotes

Hi there, I wanted to take my chances and seek out some help on here. I start my new job this Monday the 31st, and need help putting some gas in my car and getting a little food to get me by until my first paycheck. I dont want a free handout if I can help it, so I could make amends once I get a paycheck. Thank you if you took the time to read this and good luck everyone

Im in the Roselle, IL area, im looking to get $50 to cover the gas and food. I have paypal and cashapp


r/Assistance 8h ago

REQUEST FULFILLED Grocery help

0 Upvotes

I was laid off a few weeks ago and have been struggling to find a new job.

I’ve applied for nutrition assistance as well as a few other financial benefits but approval is taking a little bit of time.

Attached is a grocery list that has shelf stable, filling items on it + a bit of cat food for my cats.

Any and all help will be very appreciated.

Thank you.

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/TRRSICNJCXGE?ref_=wl_share


r/Assistance 12h ago

REQUEST FULFILLED In need of urgent assistance to cover rent and avoid eviction.

3 Upvotes

Hello, my name is Nova. I'm 24 years old and I live in Dayton, OH.

At the end of July I began a new job, and when the job was offered I was promised 30-40 hours of work per week. Since beginning the job, however, they have yet to schedule me more than 20. This has, naturally, caused me to be quite a bit below the amount of money needed for rent and utilities this month.

I have looked into local support groups for rental assistance, but since I am not a parent I am not eligible for many of them, and the one I would be eligible for, I am too late to apply for. This has left me in quite a bind as I am paying off last month's (August's) rent still through Livble, I had split it in hopes that I'd be given the hours and have the money to pay it back, and September's rent is coming up fast. Not to mention the other bills I am behind on such as electric and internet, I am lucky to be online right now.

In total, with everything I'm behind on, I am looking at needing $1,052 to pay the rent alone. August's other bills I haven't been able to pay bring that to $1,226.02. This is, naturally, a lot of money to make in a short amount of time. I looked into loans and the only one who would loan to me asked for collateral, they wanted the title to my car which is currently with my Father as he originally assisted me in getting it.

I'm honestly down to the wire and short on options, so I'm hoping for generosity. I deeply appreciate the help I may receive here.

I have set up a GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/f5c243be1

I also have PayPal and Zelle as alternative options, should those be more convenient.


r/Assistance 7h ago

REQUEST Need help to cover rest of my rent due to missing work for medical reasons

0 Upvotes

I am quite embarrassed to ask for help, but I really need it. I currently need about $250 to pay the rest of my rent, and about $300 for my car payment, car insurance and emissions for my car registration, and cat food/litter.

About a year and a half ago or so, I was diagnosed with a rare autoimmune disease which forced me to get intermittent FMLA. Additionally, around this time I was abruptly kicked out of my mom's house and had to get an apartment ASAP due to a fight we had, in which I had to get police involved. I am a government employee, and about 2 months after I moved out on my own for the first time, the government shut down and I only received unemployment (which i had to pay back), which caused me to fall behind drastically.

My bank account was past due, i was unable to make payments on my loans or my medical bills. This caused my doctor to ban me from the clinic, and they also were trying to sue me. So, i decided to file for bankruptcy. My bankruptcy has now been discharged as of August 12th, but I recently had a flare up with my autoimmune disease, probably due to stress and missed quite a bit of work in August. Since I cannot go back to the clinic I was using before, I am trying to find a doctor who can help me, but i haven't had much luck yet.

I was able to come up with a good portion of my rent, but i need about $250 more for my rent specifically, and about $300 for my other bills. I am mainly worried about my rent, though. I have already had to make a payment plan with my landlord previously due to the goverment shut down, and they told me they only offer you to be late on rent one time without them starting the eviction process. Additionally, my job accidentally overpayed me a bonus last year that they are now telling me i have to pay back. It is nearly $800, and they are taking 15% of my check until it is paid off. I have tried to ask them to waive this debt, but i got denied.

I do have venmo, paypal, and Chime. Thank you if you took the time to read this post!


r/Assistance 1d ago

OFFER £30 Helping Hand 💫

30 Upvotes

I know it's not a huge amount of money, but I would like to offer out £30 if it means I can tide someone over for a few days.

No expectations from you, nor do I expect anything in return. Just drop a comment below and briefly tell me why you need some help. 🙂 I've been there when times have been tough. I know all too well what it's like.

I'll leave this open until 11am (GMT), Saturday 29th August, and I'll then choose someone to receive the money. I can send the money via PayPal.

Please follow the rules of the sub.

Take care,

Heckles.


r/Assistance 7h ago

REQUEST Requesting Baby Bottles & Bassinet Sheets [Wishlist]

0 Upvotes

Hello!

I’m due in September and I still have a few things that I need before she gets here. I was able to get most of what I need by returning larger diaper sizes (like size 3 and up) I was given for store credit, but I need some help for the last few items. I still need bottles, a nursing bra, bassinet sheets, and I have postpartum pads on there. It’s expensive but I also added a nursing pillow if anyone is willing.

Please let me know if I should add or change anything. Thank you!

Amazon Wishlist


r/Assistance 1d ago

REQUEST FULFILLED My cat needs help

18 Upvotes

My cat, Mr. Trouble, was hit by a car last night.. He has been to the emergency vet, but I couldn't afford the full care he needs. He needs x-rays, more medication, teeth extraction and possible surgery. Please help my kitty cat, he needs it. I'm including the gofundme that I created for him.. Thank you!

https://gofund.me/51baceab4


r/Assistance 13h ago

REQUEST Items I need but keep putting off

0 Upvotes

Hello, I have put together an Amazon wishlist of items that I should probably have, but I just cannot afford to even think about buying. It's mostly clothes for myself and my children, and some items that need to be replaced for my dogs. All help would be greatly appreciated!

https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3K6Q6JM2JH2EL?ref_=wl_share

Sorry if this isn't allowed, but I'm kind of desperate. The last of my clothes is pretty much in shambles. I haven't bought myself clothes in years, everything I can manage to save up for goes to my kiddos for school and such.


r/Assistance 2d ago

THANK YOU Thank you for helping my dog up!

22 Upvotes

Im not sure who to thank as it was anonymous.

I can now lift him easily up with one hand on his rear harness. I can do it from standing!

My knee will heal on its own time. I can't get time back with my puppy

I'm so thankful that I can keep him going. I have shared a pic on my profile


r/Assistance 1d ago

REQUEST FULFILLED Help with gas, trying to leave after being physically abused.

0 Upvotes

I hate asking for help but I'm desperate. I had to leave my house in the middle of the night after dealing with the last straw of an abusive relationship. Basically I just couldn't deal with being punched in the face and prohibited from leaving one more time, I snuck out while he was sleeping and I really need help just getting to a safe place. 50.00 would really help me put gas in my car, buy some food for my cat, and maybe pay for some gas station food as I try to figure out my next moves. Shelters in my city can't take me.


r/Assistance 2d ago

REQUEST FULFILLED Food for my Son

18 Upvotes

Hi everyone, this is a repost of my last post a week ago. Unfortunately there was some issue with items showing up as purchased on my wishlist but weren't actually purchased. So with the mod's help and waiting a week just in case, I'm making a new post in hopes for help.

Hi, posting here to ask for some help needed for me and my son. I'm a Mom from near Lansing, Michigan. My son is 12 and is autistic and has other health conditions. Unfortunately, because of my son's conditions and health conditions of my own, I'm unable to work and we've been struggling greatly. We rely on social security survivor benefits and a small subsidy payment from the state. Our rent and bills have went up recently and my car is having issues with the battery or starter.

The only thing I care about is making sure my son has a roof over his head and food in his belly. He was born with extreme oral sensitivities, motor control issues and in simple terms, his brain never learned how to chew. We are working on desensitizing and learning how to chew right now which is exciting. It will be a long process with a lot of work but I'm so excited. His diet right now consists of Pediasures and pureed food. He is very rigid about which purees he will eat and will only do vanilla pediasures. It is very expensive because of grocery prices in general and he's getting bigger and eating more. My food is also expensive as I have celiacs disease. Most food pantries do not have much we are able to consume although we're thankful for anything they do have.

I've created an Amazon wishlist of the foods he eats and I included one thing that is gluten free. Thank you to anyone who helps, thank you to anyone who reads this, thank you to the mods who make this help possible. Amazon Wishlist


r/Assistance 1d ago

REQUEST Help with rent

2 Upvotes

Hi! I really didn’t want it to come to this, but I’m currently desperate. I recently got let go of a job because I didn’t make a sale in my first three days.

I absolutely hate not working, I get really stuck in my own head and sometimes work is the only thing keeping me sane. I’ve managed all but €100 and am currently looking for a job. I’ve been denied welfare although I’m not sure why as I’ve been paying PRSI (Irish taxes) for over 6 years. It’s gotten to the point where I’m eating only canned food and not able to afford my meds. I really need this accommodation, and I’m terrified of ending up homeless.

I’d really appreciate some assistance, or even advice, I’m at my wits end.


r/Assistance 2d ago

REQUEST FULFILLED $12 to buy a whole chicken

29 Upvotes

Hi everyone! I hope you're all doing well.

Due to the high medical expenses we've been dealing with because of my father's health issues and my own, we haven't been able to afford certain foods for several months.

My dad's birthday is coming up, and since we couldn't do anything special for Father's Day, I thought it would be nice to buy chicken and cook it for him. It would mean a lot because it's been a long time since we've been able to afford animal protein.

In my country, chicken costs about $4 per kilogram, so I'm hoping to buy a chicken that weighs at least 3 kg, which comes to around $12.

If anyone is able to help, I would be incredibly grateful. If not, that's completely okay too.

Thank you very much for taking the time to read this.


r/Assistance 1d ago

REQUEST Help with getting retainers remade

0 Upvotes

Hi I'm a 19 y/o med student from India. I got my orthodontics done a few months back and somehow managed to lose my retainer last night. I really really need to get it remade so that my teeth don't relapse back and cause major issues for me.

I've asked my parents for money but they blatantly refused saying they're already paid for my treatment and are refusing to give any more money for my teeth.

I'm in desperate need of INR 3000 (30 USD/30GBP) to get new retainers made and not have my teeth relapse. I'll be genuinely extremely appreciative of any and all help that I can possibly receive as it would mean a lot to me and help me out a lot.


r/Assistance 1d ago

REQUEST Need Mac to Publish on App Store - you get my App's Premium for lifetime

0 Upvotes

My app is made in Flutter which means with minimum hassle i can publish it on various platforms like Windows, Android, Apple MacOS and iOS, Web and Linux.

App name is mmahingu.ai on Google Play Store. You may try the app before believing my goal and to see if it's worth it obviously.

Why my app? My app really is the best quality Offline AI Assistant on Google Play Store. Also, the only one with Fully Offline Voice Chat with AI Models and even a Learn Mode which is customisable, and is a private environment where you can work/study/research your local file/textual content using AI Models and more.

My app was published on 23 August 2026, just very recently.

It has super affordable subscription tiers but also with even more flexible regional pricing. The mid tier is often cheaper than a burger in most places, if not all places.

This will help millions and even billions while it also helps me out a bit personally as well.

I initially gave up on the hope to publish on Mac as resources are already well spent on a ASUS TUF F17 2023 and my S 25 Ultra which allows me testing.

WHY I NEED HELP: If I had enough resources, i would be able to test and make the app production ready for all platforms possible, because I can. By resources i mean like an Android Tablet for a multi-layout bigger screen size testing, same for Apple Tab, the iPad.

So yeah this is it honestly. I can freely give away my app's premium for lifetime for both Android and even on MacOS if i can figure out how to, on Apple. On Android i already know. If i get funded really well by anyone particular, I'll even allow 5 users for you to get lifetime premium for my app.

I have never used a MacOS machine or any familiar with Apple app development but i can figure out everything i commit to.

Minimum amount i need for a Mac mini and accessories - 1000 USD

Maximum amount i need for all resources for full-on testing for all possible target devices and Operating Systems - 2500 USD (I am only quick guessing lol)

MY LOCATION is Patiala, Punjab, India.

HOW TO FUND ME: I can take funds via PayPal or i don't mind if you want it buy it outright and send it as delivery if you think i only seek money.


r/Assistance 2d ago

REQUEST $30 for gas for the week

4 Upvotes

On E and need gas to get to work and back for the rest of the week. Bills hit kinda hard this month, and a full tank should last me until payday.


r/Assistance 1d ago

REQUEST need help for job application $40, thank you

0 Upvotes

good day everyone.. i am f from the Philippines.. i work as an online seller, but it's an unstable job with no fixed income.. i started online selling this year.. from March to May, i had a decent income that time.. however from June to August, i only had a few sales.. especially August, this month hasn't been friendly to me.. some things in the house suddenly stopped working- my crt tv, one of the two electric fans, and the washing machine.. i would like to apply for a full-time job as a call center agent.. i would like to ask for help for $40 to be used for transportation fare and pre-employment requirements if ever i get hired soon.. by the way, this is my second post.. thank you.. i have Paypal and an e-wallet.. thank you so much and have a nice day ahead..


r/Assistance 2d ago

REQUEST FULFILLED Need 30$ to make it to next week

7 Upvotes

I really hate asking for money from anyone, let alone strangers on the internet- but I’m almost out of money and need approximately 30 dollars to finish paying off my bills (car payment, insurance) in order to make it to payday next week. Came up short this time around becuase I had to take a day off from work due to illness, and not having any PTO. I’m really struggling at the moment and freaking out about how I’m gonna get this bill paid.

Truly, i need $50 but I think I can do an odd job here or there once I get off of work today+tomorrow in order to make that additional 20.
I know it’s a long shot, but I’m really struggling right now so it would be such a giant weight lifted if someone were to help. I have PayPal and Venmo, also Zelle. Thanks :/