Do You Know of a Family Truly in Need?

I know of a person who is really hurting this XMAS in more than just financials. This lady just lost her husband to brain cancer about a month ago. This couple has 7 school-aged (one as young as 3 with special needs) children between them and he did not have life insurance so times are really tough emotionally and financially. You are so generous to offer to help a family. Please contact me if you would like her contact information. Thank you for offering your kind heart and generosity.

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B.,
What a thoughtful person you are! Especially teaching your girls about giving! I do know of a family (many for that matter) that are truly in need. They immediately came to mind when I read your request. The mom is in her mid 30's and she has 3 children. Her husband was hurt in an accident about 10 months ago and stays in a wheel chair and can't work. Shortly before his injury she had a baby boy. She has a daughter that's probably in the 3rd grade, a baby girl that's about 2 years old and a baby boy. She is so faithful to load up all those kids every Sunday morning and take them to church as well as on Wednesday nights. She can't work because they can't afford for a day care. She always has a smile on her face and is so positive but I know they are struggling terribly. Not too long ago someone broke the back window out of their car. I told someone about the insurance deductible that she couldn't afford and they gave me the $ to help her. SHe was so extremely grateful. Then about 2 months ago there was a huge fire in a field behind their house that was spreading fast. My husband and I went to check on them. She was in the backyard coughing through the thick smoke watering down their fence, yard and house while the babies were in the house crying and the dad could do nothing. She works so hard and I know Christmas is going to be such a challenge for them. If you want to know more I would be glad to give you specific sizes of clothes and maybe toys.

Thank you!
J.

Well actually Mission Arlington will give you a family that's come to them in need already. You tell them what size family you're willing to help (family with 3 young kids, for example) & they will give you a sheet with their names, ages, & Christmas wish list. You can even deliver the gifts personally to the family if you choose with a Mission Arlington social worker going with you to a meeting spot. My husband I do it every year, and it is rewarding to know exactly who you are helping & to wish them a Merry Christmas in person.

The radio station KLTY, 94.9, has a Christmas wish program you could take a look at. They go to the Chick Fil A's in the DFW cities and have books with the needs of many families. I bet there is lots of info about it on their website. God bless you for doing this!

What a blessing you are B.. I don't know of a family specifically, but I know you'll find the RIGHT one.

Bless you too!

S.

RST, Inc. works with families that have been displaced. Most of them don't have any support network - not relatives, etc. They have offices in both FW ###-###-#### Layla is the contact person and DLS ###-###-#### Cindy is the contact person.

I thought of doing the same and I like you are by no means wealthy but would be willing to help a family in need. I live in Fort Worth, Texas. Where do you live???? Thinking that if maybe if you lived close we could get together and provide. I only saw this because I decided to look at my spam stuff instead of deleting it. Anyway let me know. Be blessed!!

I think that it is just awesome what you are doing!

I don't know of any families, but I wanted to express to you my admiration for you wanting to do this specifically. most people will do the charity thing and that is good enough for them. Good luck and God Bless you.

B., that is so nice and generous of you to think of others in need. I come from a similar background as you and, needless to say, it does hurt when you see other kids celebrating Christmas or any occasions and not receiving anything (or not even celebrating your birthday because our parents couldn't afford it!). I remember my first and only doll that I got for Christmas one year. It was a ceramic black doll about 2" tall and I just loved it!! It broke after a few months and I cried my eyes out! That was my only doll ever!

My husband and I are very active with our church. We help an organization called Beautiful Feet (for the homeless). The person in charge of it is Rob Schill. He has a list of families (don't think it is associated with Beautiful Feet)that are really in dire need of alot of things. You may give him a call and let him explain the program to you. Rob's cell # is ###-###-####. Home # is###-###-####.

We also help our sister parish in Honduras. There are alot of families that really need help! The person in charge of that is Kirstin Kloesel, but she just lost her Dad, and I am sure they are quite busy with the funeral arrangements. Stay in touch with me and I can give you her phone # later if you are interested.

You are a true angel! God bless!

V.
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In mamascource yesterday or the day before there is a family who got kicked out of their place and have a 1 and 3 yr old needing clothes and furniture. So go back a day or two. G. W

I have a lady that goes to the same daycare my baby goes to that is in need. She has lost her home and car within the last 3 months. She has asked me if i had a coat that her daughter could have. The only thing i know that she needs is clothes for her daughter. I am guessing that she needs help in other areas( grocery,gas) as well.She is 14 months old and wears 18-24month clothing and size 5 1/2 in shoes.Anything would be greatly appreciated.

you can contact the counselor at your local public school and they would be able to inform you of a family in need that would appreciate your help.

B.,
I don't know of anyone personally, but wanted to let you know about a local group that you may not know of. Family Gateway works with homeless families, helping them get back on their feet and be self-sufficient. All of the families being assisted have children. Here's their website, if you want to check them out.

http://www.familygateway.org/

First of all, how truly amazing you are to think about others and want to do this during the holidays and secondly we need more wonderful people such as yourself in this world. I would love to help as well in any way, whether it be taking items to a family or just moral support. I have 3 teens and I am a single mom - so moral support and physical help is all i can provide. I signed up to be a volunteer at different places during the holidays. It is so rewarding when you can help others. Thank you again for being so caring and please contact me if you would like the help. God Bless you and your family!

Hi B.,
I just wanted to say thanks for being such a wonderful example! We can all be encouraged by your posting to do something simple and help someone else in need. I don't know particularly of a family in need at the moment. Thank you again though for your generosity and kindness...I am sure it will be very appreciated! God bless you and your family and the families you end up helping.