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Acts 435 is an online giving charity directly connecting those who want to give with those who are in genuine need of their help, through a network of local churches and charities.
Acts 435 is an online giving charity directly connecting those who want to give with those who are in genuine need of their help, through a network of local churches and charities.
Giving to anyone who has a need, all across the UK.
How it works
100% of your donation goes to the recipient's need and you receive a thank you update when the need has been met
A local church or charity becomes an Acts 435 partner
Partners post urgent needs on behalf of people in their community
Donors read stories of need and give through the Acts 435 platform
Partner contacts person in need and gives the item so desperately needed
Your generous gift allowed me to buy their uniforms and shoes and seeing them walk into school feeling proud and prepared brought tears to my eyes.
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The average time for a need to be fully funded is currently 9 days
£200 needed for a laptop
N is a refugee from Afghanistan with seven children aged between 1 and 18. She is trying to learn English to help adapt and participate in the community but this is difficult with only a phone. The family receive Universal Credit which just covers essential costs. We are requesting support for a laptop to help with learning English as well as helping the children to complete school work.
£200 needed for the supply and fitting of bedroom carpet
This single mum on low income has been housed after breakdown in a relationship. Mum had to leave with very few items. Mum is financially struggling and becoming more anxious and depressed. The house she now has is nice but as the children move about it is very noisy. All the bedrooms are floorboards and not in the best of condition. Mum has put rugs down but the kids keep tripping on them. Please can you help us get them carpet?
£200 needed for a skip
Mum has spinal tumours affecting her mobility and her husband, who was her carer, has left the family home. She cares for two teenage children awaiting autism-related assessments and lives with post-traumatic stress disorder following an incident 15 years ago. Due to poor mental health, there is considerable amount of clutter built up in the home and the housing provider is putting pressure on her to clear it. She receives benefits but cannot pay for a skip. Praying that our donors can help.
£155 needed for a washing machine
This client is a christian lady who is escaping abuse from a non-christian woman. She has experienced bad relationships and much jealousy. She was very distressed and confused when I met her and suffering from depression. The Safeguarding team referred her to a women's refuge that is far away from the abuse. Obviously she does not know anyone here but social services have found her a flat. All she has are her personal belongings. Can we help her get a washing machine please?
£200 needed for a washing machine
D has been given the keys for a his forever home. After being in a really dark place after his daughter sadly passes away D has come a long way. His son is living with him as his ex partner is still struggling. D has very little money to buy items for the home and he is in desperate need of a washing machine, he only receives benefits as he is unable to work due to physical disabilities, these disabilities make it hard to get to the launderette and he cannot stand at the sink to hand-wash.
£200 needed for a cooker
Our client is a single woman with significant mental health challenges who has recently been offered a council flat after experiencing homelessness. She survives on Universal Credit and has very limited financial resources. As she moves into her new home, she lacks a cooker and cannot afford this essential item. Funding for a cooker would enable her to prepare hot meals, settle into stable accommodation, support her wellbeing, and take an important step towards rebuilding her life.
£175 needed for prescription glasses and clothes
K is a vulnerable man who isn't eligible for benefits. He previously worked in construction but developed significant mental health issues and has been in and out of hospital as a result. He lives in supported accommodation but has no money to buy food or other essentials and has been begging to get food. His glasses have broken and he can't buy a new pair. Please can you donate so he can buy glasses and clothes.
£150 needed for food and utilities
C is a care leaver living with severe mental health conditions that prevent him from working. Due to his very low income, he struggles to afford basic essentials and regularly goes without meals. He is also finding it difficult to keep up with the cost of his electricity bills. Any support towards a supermarket voucher and help with his electricity costs would make a significant difference, ensuring he can access food and maintain a safe, warm home. Thank you for your support.
£200 needed for food, groceries, and jackets
I kindly request your support for B's family going through a very difficult time. The husband has lost his job due to an injury and is waiting for foot surgery. They are struggling financially and finding it difficult to afford basic food and groceries. Their two children have also outgrown their jackets and need new ones. We will provide them with an Asda gift card to help with essentials. Any support would make a meaningful difference.
£8,460,210
given to people in need
100%
of requests met by donors in full
66,634
individuals helped by Acts 435