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Help A Brave Mother Secure Permanent Freedom and Safety for Her Four Children

A courageous mother of five has taken the monumental, dangerous step of escaping a severe abusive situation. Now, she faces her next fight: securing a safe and stable future for her family.

Four of her children are involved in a critical custody case; three of them attend Anthony Wayne (AW) schools.

While our community has connected her with immediate support, she is now struggling under the overwhelming financial burden of critical legal fees. These fees are the final hurdle to navigating the court system and finalizing her family's safety and protection.

Your donation is the key to securing this family's freedom.

Every dollar will directly fund the legal representation she needs to protect her children and permanently close the door on the abuse.

Please donate today. Any amount is welcome and appreciated.
Your generosity isn't just funding a case; it's funding a fresh start, ensuring this brave mother can give her children the safe, peaceful future they deserve.

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Urgent Car Repairs for a Single Mother

Plea for Support: Urgent Car Repairs for a Single Mother

We are reaching out to ask for your support to help a single mother cover essential car repairs.

For this dedicated mother, her car isn't a luxury—it's the backbone of her family's stability. She relies on it daily to get to work and ensure her children can get to school and activities.

These necessary repairs are an unexpected expense that is far outside her monthly budget. Without them, the family's ability to function day-to-day will stop.

Please consider a monetary donation toward this critical need. Your support will immediately get this family back on the road, securing their employment and their children's education.

School Fees for two elementary students

Family who meets the reduced school lunch qualification, requests assistance with school fees for two elementary age students totaling $100 - as they do not qualify for a school fee waiver under the reduced lunch status.

Help a Brave Mother and Her Four Children Find Safety and Stability

A humble, brave mother of five has taken a monumental step: she has successfully escaped a dangerous, abusive situation and is now fighting to build a secure future for her family. Four of her children are involved in this custody case, and of those four, three attend AW schools (The youngest is in day care at this point).

While we have connected her with essential support services, she is currently facing the overwhelming financial burden of legal expenses required to navigate the court system and finalize her family's freedom and protection.

Every donation received will directly fund this critical legal battle. Your support will ensure she can secure the legal representation needed to protect her children and permanently close the door on the abuse.

Please donate today to give this family the security and fresh start they deserve during this most difficult time.

Utility Help

Please consider helping an Anthony Wayne single Mom meet her bills this month. This parent depends on seasonal work to cover a portion of her household needs and this work fell short this summer. She is behind in her electric bill and has received a shut off notice. Any support you are able to give this parent is greatly appreciated!

Mom In Need

An AW mother with four children is currently navigating the legal system after escaping an abusive situation. We have been able to connect this mom with many resources however she is in need of help with legal expenses. All donations received will go towards helping this mom with legal expenses during this most difficult time.

Co-Pay for Medical Appointments

Anthony Wayne High School is seeking support in helping a student pay their co-pay for a weekly medical appointment. Please consider helping a high school student receive the care they need by contributing towards their co-pay amount. Thank you so much!

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About Anthony Wayne

A pantry initiative dedicated to supporting Anthony Wayne (AW) students and families. Our mission is to fill essential needs not fully met by local food pantries, focusing specifically on staples and hygiene personal care items.

Our neighborhood bridges Anthony Wayne Steering Committee

Kevin Herman, Assistant Superintendent, Anthony Wayne Local Schools

Rebecca Schwan Sanford, Communications, Anthony Wayne Local Schools

Mary Duncan, Member, Waterville City Council

Terri Massucci, Community Events, City of Waterville

Michelle Smith, Waterville Chamber of Commerce

Kathleen Kuhns, Monclova Township

Mike O'Shea, Waterville Community Church

Jennifer Carroll, Cedar Creek Church

Alyson Zdunczyk, Director of Development, Anthony Wayne Youth Foundation

Taylor Kervin, Executive Director, Anthony Wayne Youth Foundation

Pam Brint, Former member Anthony Wayne Board of Education, community member, business owner

Jeff Baden, Anthony Wayne Board of Education, neighborhood bridges delivery team

Lindsay Hoipkemier, AW Board of Education

Jamie Smetzer, AW Education Foundation

Crystal Tollstam, YMCA

Trey Tollstam, AW Athletics Board

Jen Gruber, Ridge Builders

Zak Welmer, AW Area Chamber

Rebekah Hrcka, Social Worker, Anthony Wayne Local Schools

Anne Stevens, Area Director, neighborhood bridges Anthony Wayne

Amy Barrett, Area Director, neighborhood bridges Anthony Wayne

Contact Us

anthonywayne@neighborhoodbridges.org