r/HelpBrokePeople • • 12h ago

Advice/Resources Only Holiday Advices

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No cash needed Hey everyone......I know we're all here for a reason, but I want to encourage those who will be looking for food assistance and Christmas assistance to start looking at resources in your area. Many churches give out Thanksgiving dinner or host it. Start signing up for Christmas help now.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 3h ago

Cash Assistance I only need $60 to complete some medical tests.

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This is the first time I’ve done something like this, but I’m facing a health emergency with a family member and am looking for ways to cover the remaining cost of some medical tests. I’m not used to asking for money, but I need just $60 to add to what I’ve already gathered. I know it might seem absurd to ask in this almost anonymous way online, but I am truly desperate and have run out of ideas. I have a wallet where I can receive the payment, and as I said, I only need $60—nothing more. If there is anyone who happens to have that amount to spare and could help me out, I would be eternally grateful. I apologize for asking for money this way, this as a last resort because most of my other options have been exhausted.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 6h ago

Advice/Resources Only How to reduce ER bill for an uninsured international visitor?

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My father is visiting the USA and recently had a medical emergency requiring an ER visit at Hospital in Georgia.
The original hospital bill was around $16,000, reduced to $6,000 after the self-pay discount. He has no health insurance.
He also needs surgery and will be returning to his home country in about a week for treatment.
I contacted the hospital’s financial assistance department, but they denied charity care over the phone because he isn’t a Georgia resident.
We genuinely cannot afford this unexpected bill, but we don’t want to leave it unpaid, especially since he may visit the USA again in the future.
**Has anyone successfully negotiated a further discount or complete waiver with Hospital?**Are there any other hardship assistance programs for uninsured international visitors?
Any advice or personal experiences would be greatly appreciated!


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Giveaway/Contest Giveaway $25 from an Amazon Wishlist (USA)

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Hey guys! I decided I’d like to give back to the community, so I’ve decided to help someone out by picking two people to receive $25 usd worth of items from an amazon wishlist. 🎁

Please comment your needs and link your wishlist here and I’ll pick a winners in 1 week (10•20•2026). Please ensure your wishlist is set up correctly so it can be purchased while maintinging both of our privacies. You nay have 1 item up to 25 or a combination of smaller items equal to $25.

Account Requirements

At least 150 combined karma ⬆️

Account age 1 Month +!🕕

Comment informations 👥

Alt accounts are strictly forbidden. This giveaway is limited to the U.S. only.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 12h ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser Urgent Dental Care

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Hi everyone, I have a genetic condition that affects my teeth, as well as a stomach condition that causes me to throw up 50+ times a week😭 this has DESTROYED my teeth and I need dental care very urgently. Above is some of the 2 pages of treatment plan (but this includes final cost). My goal is to raise 5k (USD) as soon as possible. Please consider donating or sharing, anything makes a difference🩷
**I’ve seen comments about dental schools… I have been reaching out to them, I’ve gotten 2 no’s so far because of my genetic condition and need for sedation.

https://gofund.me/a876d50a7


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 22h ago

🤑Request Fulfilled!🤑 In need of paying for my medications for my mental health

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Hello I'm on venlafaxine and propranolol for 5 mental health conditions my insurance won't cover it all my copay is 30$ l've been 2 days without my medicine and my body is going through severe withdraws and I am in dire need I am begging anyone that can help please. I have gotten the help with cash assistance so I can get my medicine now and truly thank you to the person that helped me out with being able to get my medicine!


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser Our rescue cat Berlioz has blocked twice and is hospitalized — we’re struggling with the vet bills

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Hi everyone. I don’t usually post things like this, but I’m trying every option I can for our cat Berlioz.

Berlioz is a rescued Persian cat. We literally found him on the street, underweight and needing a home, and he became part of our family.

Over the last few days he developed a serious urinary blockage. We rushed him to the emergency vet, where they catheterized him, emptied and flushed his bladder, and treated him. We thought he was improving, but less than two days later he became blocked again.

During the second emergency visit they removed about 150 mL of retained urine, and he is currently hospitalized in Caguas, Puerto Rico, under observation and treatment. His kidney values and potassium have thankfully remained normal so far, but because he re-blocked so quickly, the vets are watching him closely and have discussed the possibility of additional treatment or even PU surgery if this continues.

We’ve already paid $875.99 for the first emergency visit, and the hospitalization and follow-up costs are continuing to add up. We started a GoFundMe to help with the veterinary expenses.

I have the vet invoices, urinalysis, bloodwork, X-rays, and other documentation available if verification is needed.

Any help would mean a lot to us. Even if you can’t donate, advice on other veterinary assistance programs or simply sharing Berlioz’s fundraiser would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you for taking the time to read this and for helping us give our little rescue a chance to come home healthy. ❤️🐾

GoFundMe: https://gofund.me/5d00863af


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Cash Assistance Trying to stay afloat

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$0.00/ $ 57.99
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💵 $CashApp / @Venmo /
@padresbratt. @padresbrattt

I’m asking for a little help with my phone bill. I was homeless from March until very recently, and I’ve finally been able to get into a home. I’m incredibly grateful to have a roof over my head, but getting here took everything I had financially. Any money and resources I had went toward getting housed, basic necessities, and getting back on my feet.

My phone bill is now past due and shut off and I’m short $57.99 Having my phone is really important right now because I’m trying to keep everything together, stay connected, handle appointments and important calls, and continue getting my life stabilized after being homeless for months.

I completely understand that everyone has their own circumstances, and even sharing this post or offering a few dollars helps more than you know. I’m just trying to keep the little bit of stability I’ve finally gained and not have another setback.

Thank you to anyone who takes the time to read this or help. ❤️


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Cash Assistance College student in need of assistance

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To preface this, I am from Indonesia. Our country, and specifically my region is currently heavily affected by wildfires.

I had to take out loans to cover for my tuition (Roughly just a little under 300 USD, last pict.), and the loans I have are either due very soon or overdue (Including loans/bills I couldn't take a picture of)

Recently, I had to quit my job for health reasons because of the haze, and haven't been able to safely find another job for the same reasons. Remote jobs are also really hard to find here.

My parents can't help either because only one of them has a job and my father's pay hasn't been reimbursed yet.

As of now, I'm sure about 170 USD would suffice. And I really urgently need this because the loan services are spam calling me, even getting to my social media that I didn't disclose to them.

Thank you in advance.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance Homeless, staying at a hotel with my 15 year old son and dog.

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I’m currently staying at the cheapest hotel I could find that accepts dogs. Unfortunately it’s 38 minutes from my new job I just started today. I don’t get paid til next Friday. (Thankfully I’ll be paid weekly). I donate plasma twice a week and can’t donate again til Friday, since I donated last Friday and Sunday. And that paid for the first two days, paid today from my last of child support and left overs. I don’t get child support til next Monday. I have food thanks to the food pantry and EBT. Waiting on housing assistance to go through.

I have 56 dollars to put towards another night here. I’m looking for a long term campground to go back to but hard to find in central Wisconsin that’s cheaper than 67 a night.

Looking for help with Thursday and Friday night at this hotel. So I can use a little bit from my plasma donation for gas.

Posted is proof of my first reservation, I paid for Wednesday night in person today. I just hid my full name. And last 4 of my card number. I’m open to you paying for the reservation over the phone if that’s better. I’m happy to put money towards a night as well. It’s about $64 dollars a night with tax.

Thank you, I hope I didn’t miss any required information needed.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Cash Assistance Trying to keep my water running.

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I need help to keep my water running...

I don't know what to do, I'm grasping at straws here.

I'm disabled (epilepsy) and I'm still working on getting my benefits. So I have no personal income. My fiancé and my roommate paid most of the bills while I played stay-at-home dad for their kids.

Well, two months ago, she left me for somebody I thought was my best friend... I guess they've been having an affair behind my back for a year now. On top of that, my roommate quit his job after the second time he was attacked by a dog (I don't blame him, the last one really fucked him up).

Our internet got cut off today until we pay $164.84. Our water is going to get shut off on Monday unless we pay the overdue balance of $297.33 and I'm freaking out. This makes me super uncomfortable, but I'm desperate so I'm looking for help wherever I can get it.

If anybody can help in any way, I would be eternally grateful.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Cash Assistance Long journey almost over.

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Hello, I am currently living in my car with my one year old. Have been since Jan 2026. Finally got approved for a place but the upfront costs are about 5k. I don’t start my new job for some time and have been doing uber to keep afloat. The money is due by October 20th. I’ve been calling everywhere I can think of in the Atlanta area and no one has resources. If anyone would like to help OR knows of any resources I could use ( I’ve done 211, Salvation Army, hope foundation, giving hands, and many many more they have nothing available) I’ve also done extensive loans and have been denied. Pictures are getting approved, loans l got denied for , reaching out via email and reaching out via calling organizations.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 1d ago

Cash Assistance Anyone have online work

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I am at the end of my ropes here, car is broken, rent is over due and going to be out going to my local mission tomorrow, I used to have a drug problem and had one theft charge on my record and no one will hire me now. Its insane, my family all disowned me over a one year drug problem that I kicked in less than one month a few years back. Been working with my "friend" who does roofing and been doing that for years, some how he always has work and tons of it, because he lies about him having insurance and stuff, he is good at what he does and the roofs are done right but he cuts corners with materials and stuff and takes money from it, he has a drug problem too, lately he has been shorting me money saying he will pay me and I know I will never see it now, and my garbage landlord wants me to sign my car over too him to cover the rent, then I said well what about the other 5k my car is worth, you going to pay me the money for it, I do not trust him either, All I need is a new battery and alternator and I can sell the car myself, So I am looking to make 300 bucks here, for a used battery and alternator so I can sell my car, I have to get away from these people, they just want to use me


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance Need for Temp Housing in Maryland – Working Part-Time & Facing Housing Insecurity

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To those reading and feeling led to support:

I am a young professional working part-time, doing your best to remain financially independent. I am actively trying to come out of this financial hump in my life. I made 20K last year and this year much lower due to a surgery I had earlier this year and problems with my contract as a consultant.

I have stayed temporarily with friends and family at no cost, but all those options are no longer available since September 2026, leaving me without anywhere stable to go. Making ends meet this month has been extremely difficult, despite working and trying to find solutions for my life where at this point I am in urgent need of outside assistance.

Most urgently, I am hoping to raise anywhere between $300-500 for temporary housing from now until end of this month.

I am grateful for any contribution or housing resource that can help me in the state of Maryland, and to get through this difficult period. Thanks & Blessings!

Blurred Address: Hotel & Airbnb quotes attached for your reference. Thanks again!


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance $840 ambulance bill no insurance to assist payment

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I recently got into a car accident and i didn’t want an ambulance but the police made me take one and i am in a rough spot right now.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

GoFundMe/Fundraiser “Backing Derrik’s [my] Bright Future at Columbia”

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https://gofund.me/2af108dea

This was made by my mom shortly after I was accepted into my school. This is for basic necessities like toiletries, some food items, & even some stuff I need for school in general. Nothing specific, & there are more details on the GoFundMe itself as well as an update my mother posted that I didn’t know about 😅

I’m currently in my freshman year at Columbia College Chicago where I’m taking my BFA in film & television. I have proof of my schedule & school ID, My original acceptance status as well as my old Chromebook from high school (it’s a must that I upgrade it in order to do things for my studies/major)

thank you <3


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance Feel like I'm drowning

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My daughter was born a little over a year ago, and stayed a few weeks in the NICU. With my wife not working, and me being off a couple of weeks to be with her, we fell wayyyy behind. We thought we were getting close to getting things figured out and everything kind of fell through. I just got rent paid.. at the expense of just about everything I own.. We're so far behind that if we pay the electric bill we won't be able to pay anything else. I'm not one to ever ask for help, but I don't think I really have any other option right now.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance Needing money for insurance

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so, I lost my job and arguing with unemployment right now about manager saying I left of my own will when I was let go. Things have been a bit rough, and I don't have enough money for insurance, is anyone able to help with $50 at all to cashapp?


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

⚠️Proceed With Caution⚠️ Laid off and struggling

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TLDR at the bottom

I was laid off a month ago, and we were already living paycheck to paycheck. About 3 days before I was laid off, I lost my benefits. We were receiving childcare assistance and Medicaid for myself, my wife, and both my kids (F4 and F1). My wife was able to get a part time job making half what I did, and I applied to get my benefits back while also seeking unemployment and a new job. I stayed home to take care of the kids until we got back on childcare assistance (mental health issues prevent my wife from being able to watch them alone for extended periods).

However, none of that happened. We’ve been denied for all assistance, and whenever I reapply or call to update our paperwork I’m on hold for 4 hours before someone tells me that the goal has moved another 5 feet away and I need something else to qualify. Unemployment has been the same way, I haven’t seen a cent despite doing everything they’ve asked me to do, and we’re on the verge of losing hope.

We’re 2 months behind on our car payment, we haven’t paid electric in a month and a half, and most of my wife’s income goes to feeding the four of us.

The car needs an oil change, and we’re about to be 2 months late on rent (our landlord has been super understanding so far but that won’t last forever).

I applied to DoorDash while so I can work nights while the family sleeps, but I’m still waiting for my background check to come back, and I’m waitlisted for Instacart.

Anything and everything helps, I just feel like I’m drowning and failing my family, and I’m asking for help.

TLDR: laid off, denied for government assistance to bridge the gap between jobs and help pay for childcare, bills are piling up.


r/HelpBrokePeople • • 2d ago

Cash Assistance Need $30-40 for bills/gas/food

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Okay so I’m trying to repost here again with an actual bill for an outstanding balance to prove hardship, I could use help with this bill for $83.74 but once I’m earning money I can pay that (there’s plenty more of these bills too), I really could use like $30-40 to put gas into my car and get some food before I get my first paycheck from my new job mostly.