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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
It is such a relief having a washing machine again, as laundry was such a difficult task to do for those who have been supporting me. Your support has brought much ease for me and those supporting me, and I am very grateful.
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The average time for a need to be fully funded is currently 9 days
£200 needed for essential kitchen items
D is a 31 year old man who moved here to build a new life. He has been engaging with our service for help and support to rebuild his life. D has been forced to flee his home due to threats from people locally. He is currently in temporary housing awaiting a new property in a different town which is imminent. He has left behind most possessions as it was not possible to take them and as such we are requesting support for D with kitchen items; a second hand cooker, dishes, cutlery, pans, etc.
£200 needed for two wardrobes
This lady with two children has battled problematic alcohol use, has attended a recovery programme and is now a recovering alcoholic. As part of her recovery she has secured a new flat for herself and her children. She receives Universal Credit but has no savings and is unable to afford all the furniture she needs to make a comfortable home. With your kindness we have provided them with some furniture, and would now like to provide two wardrobes to give them storage space for clothes, rather than using suitcases.
£200 needed for a dining table, chairs and a chest of drawers
This autistic gentleman was living in secure accommodation with his wife and children. He fell victim to a Facebook landlord scam and lost £3,000. He is on Universal Credit and has no savings. He was moved to fully furnished temporary accommodation, meaning he had to get rid of his own furniture. They have now moved into permanent accommodation and with your help we have provided a TV and a Sofa. He now needs a chest of drawers for storage and a dining table and chairs for family mealtimes. We would like to offer these. Can you help?
£105 needed for sensory items
J lives with his mum. He is nonspeaking and diagnosed with autism, and he has significant additional needs. He can become angry when unable to communicate effectively. His mum is unable to work due to her own health and her caring role for her son. The family would benefit from items that would enable sensory regulation. This would support him to have deep pressure enabling him to relax and reduce his anxiety. The items would also improve sleep and help to calm him when he is feeling heightened.
£200 needed for utility bills and food
K and his family arrived in the UK from Nigeria at the beginning of June this year. They are a family of five and two of the children are under 16 years of age. They are in financial hardship and have a short fall in their rent, are unable to pay for food or top up their utility bills. They are relying on food parcels from the food bank and charities to top up their utilities; unfortunately they have reached their limits with both services. Can you help them to top up their electricity and gas and to purchase food?
£150 needed for needed for Summer clothes
M is a single mother and sole carer of her 6 year old. Because of her immigration status, she is not allowed to work and cannot access benefits like housing and Universal Credit. The family has been relying on friends and food banks for help, but there are no suitable baby banks in their area. £75 will go towards Summer clothing and shoes for the child, and £75 will get the same for M. Please help this family!
£200 needed for a washing machine
This request is for a couple who have been rehoused due to overcrowding (they were living with family). The lady is expecting a baby in October. They have no household items and have requested help for a washing machine so that they have one ready for when the baby arrives. Can you help this young family?
£200 needed for fridge freezer
This single mum to a teenage girl has a history of mental health difficulties. She is unable to work due to her health. She is working hard to increase her confidence and is wanting to get back into work. They need a fridge freezer. Their fridge door will not close properly. They only buy food that can be kept fresh at the back of the fridge and use tape to keep the door shut. A new fridge freezer would transform how the family are able to shop and meal plan which would of benefit to them both.
£200 needed for a bedroom carpet
Our client has been living in their property without flooring for around a year. They haven’t been able to afford any as their young children have health conditions which use up any disposable income they have. Their health visitor was concerned for the children’s safety due to the state of the floors and asked if we could support them with some new carpet and underlay. Can you help?
£8,266,619
given to people in need
100%
of requests met by donors in full
65,470
individuals helped by Acts 435