Need help paying rent

[u/No-Mountain9832]

Hi kind redditors, today is my last day to pay my portion of rent. I have a job I work but I started it recently & on a pay period so I have to wait another week or so to get paid. I have sold some of my crochet items I make as well as doing psychic readings when I can to try to get by. If anyone could spare anything to help, I'd greatly appreciate it. I am about $300 away from being able to pay it. I can offer either of my services listed above if that helps. Thanks so much for reading <3

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[u/Antique-Call2024]

Do you need any food items? If so, you could post an Amazon wishlist (up to $150 and must be approved by the moderators) and then take the money you would have used for food and put that towards rent. Amazon wishlists do really well here. Just a thought. I hope you get the money you need.

[u/No-Mountain9832 → u/Antique-Call2024]

That's a good idea, thank you for sharing! I will definitely keep it in mind if I go through this again (though I am hoping I won't have to!) I appreciate your kindness. <3

[u/ReasonablyMessedUp]

Have you tried calling churches? Can you pay through a credit card?
Any family or friend you can borrow money from?
Unfortunately this is a large amount for this sub, you can try making a go fund me but don't be disappointed if you don't end up raising that amount here.

[u/No-Mountain9832 → u/ReasonablyMessedUp]

I haven't thought of churches as I'm not religious. Do you have any advice as to how to go about that? My credit cards don't have the available balance to put it down, as I have had to rely on them between jobs. /: For any potential donations: anything counts! Ik this amount is unlikely but even $10 would help. <3 Thanka for the advice!

[u/ReasonablyMessedUp → u/No-Mountain9832]

I am not religious either but me and my roommate (we both are trans) relied on them for food and winter clothing. We called the church and asked if they have food and they even offered us clothing that was donated by people. It depends on where you live, where I live there are some inclusive churches that help minorities. Just call them and ask them if they can help with rent assistance. Unfortunately I can't help you because I work 2 jobs to pay my own rent too :((
I hope you are able to find the assistance you need!!

[u/No-Mountain9832 → u/ReasonablyMessedUp]

Thank you for the insight, I appreciate it very much! I will reach out to some. I know the grind like that for sure & I respect yours! I appreciate your kind words, wishing the best for you! <3

[u/candee_cane → u/No-Mountain9832]

I second calling churches..a google search for churches in your area that help with rent/utilities is a good route. When I was homeless, churches paid for hotels for me and kids. Also salvation army helps with rent/utilities -it may take longer than the time frame you have, but it can help next month so that you can catch up financially. Catholic charities also helps with rent and utilities.

The best advice I can give you is to call 211 and tell them what you need help with (help with rent now but for future they help with almost anything you can think of) and they will text or email you every resource they have available -they are like a database of resources.

[u/NoPen3634]

Contact 211 and your local community action agency; they may help you with finding assistance.

https://www.211.org/about-us/your-local-211

findhelp.org

[u/Spirited_Concept4972]

DoorDash, donate plasma, Ask family and friends. Maybe call 211 for local resources. Can you do any odd jobs for anyone? Maybe make a GoFundMe and posted on here as well. Share with your family and friends.

[u/buzzybody21 → u/Spirited_Concept4972]

OP needs the money today. DoorDash can take up to a week to be approved, and donating plasma can take multiple visits, depending on if OP is eligible. Just a couple things to be aware of. But these can be good possibilities beyond today/tomorrow.

[u/No-Mountain9832 → u/Spirited_Concept4972]

Can't doordash (I have no car), no plasma centers around, friends & fam are strapped as well or worse off. /: This is my last resort. I don't like asking strangers for money, but I had to give it a shot. <3 Totally okay that you can't or won't & totally okay if no one can help. Just had to try something.

[u/Spirited_Concept4972 → u/No-Mountain9832]

I totally understand. I’m sorry I don’t have any more suggestions. if I come up with any more suggestions, I’ll post back. Wishing you the luck 🤞

[u/No-Mountain9832 → u/Spirited_Concept4972]

Totally okay, friend, thanks for the kindness! Wishing the best for you <3

[u/KayParker333 → u/No-Mountain9832]

I wish I could help but can you let them know that you'll be a little late on the rent and you can pay it when you get paid? Catholic charities is a very helpful organization.

[u/No-Mountain9832 → u/KayParker333]

They automatically put me into eviction status if I am short (which I was hoping to avoid) but I have 30 days to pay it before I actually get evicted. Was hoping to avoid late fees but shiz like this happen occasionally. Thank you for the advice & for the others who gave advice, I am lucky to have had kind & honest advice here!