/r/Need

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This is the place to help Redditors in need with real problems who need help. We are here to provide one more place to turn when it feels like you're out of options.

Use a prefix!

All submissions require a prefix. A post without the prefix at the beginning of the title is automatically removed. You must use the prefix exactly.

  • [REQ] or [REQUEST] Request for monetary or material need.

  • [ADVICE] for non-monetary requests.

  • [META] Discussion about anything else related to the sub's purpose

  • [OFFER] If you have help you'd like to offer the community, please feel free!

  • If you receive what you need, please mark your request [FULFILLED] with the flair provided.

  • [THANKS] to let your donor(s) know their help was appreciated.

Rules for r/Need

For Requesters, please keep in mind donors volunteer their help out of compassion, not obligation.

Make sure to read the rules found here at

https://www.reddit.com/r/Need/about/rules/

Please message the mods with any questions or concerns you might have.

/r/Need

7,495 Subscribers

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Good Bye and Good Luck!

With all the subs closing in solidarity due to the changes in the Reddit API pricing, we've taken this opportunity to re-evaluate the need for r/Need.

Our original reason for existing was to provide a better vetted forum for potential donors to have some faith that they were not being scammed by grifters, and that the mods would never intervene to promote any user's post as to vouch for their authenticity, nor would the mods engage in conflicts of interest by making requests of their own.

With that original subreddit being managed by better hands, now is simply a good time to say good bye and good luck to all who have used our subreddit.

The subreddit will operate in restricted mode for historical reference.

Be well!

--- The mods of r/Need.

0 Comments
2023/06/17
22:06 UTC

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Other suggested subReddits for help

Updated Jan 29, 2021

There are several other subReddits that we recommend for people who need help to check out:

  • r/Assistance - A general catch-all
  • /r/almosthomeless - Advice to stave off homelessness or how to prepare to be homeless
  • /r/borrow - For loans.
  • /r/care - General purpose assistance
  • /r/Food_Pantry and /r/Food_Pantry_Canada - For asking of food items that can be provided online.
  • /r/gofundme - For crowdfunding
  • /r/homeless - Advice on surviving homelessness
  • /r/povertyfinance - Advice on managing what financial resources you have.
  • /r/RandomActsofPetfood - Similar to Food_Pantry but for pet needs.
  • /r/RandomKindness - Make non-monetary requests for things you need.
  • /r/TransCharity - Request OR offer free clothes/footwear/accessories/makeup. Request OR offer free things that are Safe For Work (things ≠ money, services, or digital goods)

Most of the above subreddits have varying requirements for account age and karma. Please be sure to read their rules and requirements before participating.

Subs to avoid:

  • r/Loans and r/SimpleLoans - Some of the mods have engaged in sketchy behaviour such as the collection of personal information and pushing referrals. Also, users who participate in r/Loans and/or r/SimpleLoans are banned from r/borrow.
  • Any karma farming/begging subs - Activity in any of these subs is viewed as a circumvention of account requirements from almost all of the larger help subreddits, and earns a permanent listing on the r/UniversalScammerList which bans you from participating on any member subreddit.
0 Comments
2023/06/12
04:01 UTC

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[Req] Can't work

I will not hide the fact that I have recieved help in the past from other reddits. Having said that, I am in trouble. I have recently begun to get back on my feet and have myself a pretty decent lawn business. I live in one of the states that have been effected by the air quality problems and can't work right now. I need food help to get through the next week or two. I have made an Amazon wish list to that end. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/253GES70V6YXT?ref_=wl_share

1 Comment
2023/06/11
05:55 UTC

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[Req] Sick in health, could use some help

I was diagnosed with soft cell sarcoma in my left leg in 2021, i've done just about every treatment I could do up until september of last year when it was decided just to let go and live life like someone left the door open, as it has spread into my kidneys and other parts of my body, i was working full time up until diagnosis, this last month has been really tough as my health has declined and it won't be long until ill be in EOL or hospice care, it has also been hard on my marriage of 23 years, and my wife has left me leaving me to fend for myself, i understand how supporting the both of us and taking care of me with all my other debilitating health issues, such as CHF, and back injury from car accident in 2015. I only get so much from disability and have found myself fallen behind on my Rent bills and insurance and could use some help, I never thought it would come to this, as the stress is effecting my daily life as all i think about is falling behind and trying to fix my issues, my mental health and physical health are carrying this weight, I have no family left, i live in a rural area and these last days seem to be the worst for me.

I have items to sell but cant seem to find any interest from anyone. i have no more bridges to cross and ask for help and i feel helpless. this was really hard for me to decide if Its worth a shot

7 Comments
2023/06/11
05:32 UTC

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[REQUEST] Help needed for the spay procedure of a community cat, Philippines.

Hi everyone.

I am asking for help towards the spay procedure of a community cat in the Philippines on the 10th of June. Unfortunately, TNVR is not free in this country. The total price is roughly £55 or $68.50, which covers the spay procedure, blood test and professional fees. I will be shouldering the post-spay medicine (roughly $18). I could have given more but unfortunately I cover the vet treatment and food of my current kitten fosters.

Any amount is highly appreciated. For donations, kindly send via Paypal or Wise.

I will posting receipts by updating this post or the comment section. If not allowed, I will be posting it on my profile instead.

Paypal: @anikigg Wise: quinns58

Thank you!

1 Comment
2023/06/08
08:45 UTC

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[REQ] Please help ill mother/daughter w/storage to not lose all our possessions

We are living car homeless — have been on and off staying in hotels while trying to change that.

We have a cat, I have an undiagnosed autoimmune issue and my mother has been on chemotherapy.

If you wish to pay the storage folks directly please DM for their info!

If you are more comfortable with it:

#@mgmymr
on paypal and venmo #$dancerri on cashapp.

thank you to anyone who sees this!

1 Comment
2023/06/04
10:28 UTC

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[REQUEST] Help pay for crowns on 4 molars or I will have to get the teeth extracted, my insurance doesn't cover crown work.

Hi, I’m Cindy and I’m trying to raise funds to pay for 4 crowns so that I don’t have to get 4 molars extracted (which is covered by my insurance). I’m currently not working due to diagnosed major depressive disorder and general anxiety disorder, and I am in the process of trying to get approved for disability, but it’s taking a very long time (1.5 years so far). It’s very important for me to keep my teeth, because there are other issues that could arise when missing some teeth, like my upper molars will move downward because of the extra space from extracted teeth. And it’s an issue of self esteem as well, it would be a huge hit on my self esteem and confidence, that is already extremely low, to have missing teeth.

Any amount anyone can give is very appreciated, and I thank anyone who takes the time to read and look at my story.

https://crowdfund.org/c/pay-for-crowns-on-4-molars/

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2 Comments
2023/05/29
18:54 UTC

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[REQUEST] short on $ with new job

I started a new job and I am trying to make ends meet with bills and groceries before I get my first check on the 9th. I’m about $200 short altogether. I have cash app venmo anything would help thank you so much!

4 Comments
2023/05/26
12:27 UTC

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[REQUEST] Need Help With Gas For Job

Hello. I have been searching for employment and was recently given a job offer, but before I can start working they require fingerprinting and a physical exam. My only problem is that the two places to get these are all the way across town and I don’t have gas to get there. I’ve estimated about $50 in gas with the current prices in my area would get me to and back from these places. If you can help me with this, I have Paypal, Venmo, and Cash App. Thank you in advance.

Also posted on r/care. I will mark if it is fulfilled on either subreddit.

3 Comments
2023/05/12
18:15 UTC

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Other suggested subReddits for help

Updated Jan 29, 2021

There are several other subReddits that we recommend for people who need help to check out:

  • r/Assistance - A general catch-all
  • /r/almosthomeless - Advice to stave off homelessness or how to prepare to be homeless
  • /r/borrow - For loans.
  • /r/care - General purpose assistance
  • /r/Food_Pantry and /r/Food_Pantry_Canada - For asking of food items that can be provided online.
  • /r/gofundme - For crowdfunding
  • /r/homeless - Advice on surviving homelessness
  • /r/povertyfinance - Advice on managing what financial resources you have.
  • /r/RandomActsofPetfood - Similar to Food_Pantry but for pet needs.
  • /r/RandomKindness - Make non-monetary requests for things you need.
  • /r/TransCharity - Request OR offer free clothes/footwear/accessories/makeup. Request OR offer free things that are Safe For Work (things ≠ money, services, or digital goods)

Most of the above subreddits have varying requirements for account age and karma. Please be sure to read their rules and requirements before participating.

Subs to avoid:

  • r/Loans and r/SimpleLoans - Some of the mods have engaged in sketchy behaviour such as the collection of personal information and pushing referrals. Also, users who participate in r/Loans and/or r/SimpleLoans are banned from r/borrow.
  • Any karma farming/begging subs - Activity in any of these subs is viewed as a circumvention of account requirements from almost all of the larger help subreddits, and earns a permanent listing on the r/UniversalScammerList which bans you from participating on any member subreddit.
0 Comments
2023/05/12
04:01 UTC

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[REQUEST] Need help to make it to next week

I loathe being in this situation, yet I've exhausted every option. I was recently diagnosed with a hernia that needs operating on ASAP as well as non-epileptic siezures, and the rides to the hospital have eaten through what I put aside for emergencies.

My mother is disabled and the hospital is too far for me to walk there safely. All help is deeply appreciated. I'm just one guy trying to get done with these visits so I can get this dealt with and recovered enough to get back to helping my mom with less struggle. Again, I appreciate it.

$150 would get me to all my appointments with enough left over in case I need an extra ride or a hospital stay runs in to night-time. I was stranded until 4 in the morning last time and I don't want to go through that ever again. I have Paypal and Venmo. Thanks for taking the time to read this. Keep being awesome.

1 Comment
2023/05/11
18:09 UTC

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[REQUEST] I need $50 to cover my M-Power bill (to keep the lights on) and $50 for gas, so I can go to work tomorrow. Anything is appreciated.

Please help. I’ve tried getting assistance elsewhere to no avail. I’m just trying to keep the lights on and put gas in the tank. It’ll hold me over until Friday. Thank you.

5 Comments
2023/05/08
01:43 UTC

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[Request] Could use some groceries for the weekend

So I’m not sure if this will go anywhere or not but I got some help from r/borrow and a church for rent and gas could use just a little more help to get some groceries this weekend. Don’t care how we got about it if you want me to do a Walmart pick up or whatever I’ll do that. I can link a wishlist and a location. Just need a few basic items thanks

1 Comment
2023/04/29
20:11 UTC

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[Request] Need $70 for groceries

Lost my job and I’ve applied for unemployment and food stamps but havent received it, Have no income right now. Would appreciate some money for groceries for me and my family.

Anything would help!

1 Comment
2023/04/28
03:22 UTC

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[Request] I need help making my car payment this month

I’m not sure how much background is necessary but basically, I am a stay at home mom 90% of the time. I work two days a week, to pay for food, gas, and my own expenses, and my husband pays our mortgage and utilities. Normally I make just enough to cover my expenses but I was sick last week, so not only did I stay home because I was ill, my husband stayed home to watch our daughter. So now I have all these bills I’m short on, some of which overdrafted me, so I’m very stressed. If anyone could help even with like 20 dollars to go towards this I would be so grateful and can show you my loan balance and the unpaid balance.

TL;DR: My car payment is 240.81 and I cannot afford it this month

Edit: I saw including my location would be helpful! I am in Kenosha, Wisconsin.

1 Comment
2023/04/26
17:01 UTC

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[Request] Lost my job, I just need $50 to get some groceries.

I lost my job on 4/3, and I’ve applied for unemployment and food stamps. I’ve done all the required documentation, but I’m still waiting. I live in Florida, if anyone else knows what kind of shitshow the FL Unemployment office is. I just need some money for groceries to get me to the first week of May. I can make do with very little, but I only have $11 in my account until then. Anything would help, thanks for reading! ❤️

4 Comments
2023/04/26
15:47 UTC

1

[REQUEST] I need help

Can anyone help me?

I’m struggling and have been for months. I need help, I don’t have money for groceries or bills. I truly don’t know what to do. If you are in a position where you can afford to help me out I would really appreciate it. Anything helps. My cashapp is $darkgoddesseris, I have PayPal, venmo, and Zelle too. Thank you to anyone who is willing to help me ❤️

1 Comment
2023/04/24
17:24 UTC

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[Request] Just looking for help getting my electric supply back on.

I just need £50 to put on the electric metre and restart my supply as it's been off for a few weeks now and racking up debt.

Any help at all would be greatly appreciated.

I've posted for help a few times now but unfortunately just been inundated with scammers in my inbox, so I'm hoping for some better luck this time around.

1 Comment
2023/04/24
15:00 UTC

0

[REQUEST] Need urgent help with Rent

Greetings, I have been working part-time and searching for a full-time position, but times have gotten tougher, and I am behind on rent. I just need 200 to help me and my mom out, and then we can keep saving while I keep job hunting. Any help would be greatly appreciated.

Cash App is $UVCW42

1 Comment
2023/04/21
05:00 UTC

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[REQ] I took out a payday loan not understanding the consequences.

I took out a small payday loan and have been bleeding money in the months following. I still owe 210 dollars between the 24th of this month and the 24th of next month but I simply don't have it. I have 44 physical bills still saved, but I'd be eternally grateful to anyone who could lend me the other 160, or even just 100 to get me through this month.

I don't know what to say really. I fucked up super hard. Advice and assistance finding a job would also be greatly appreciated.

Edit: Welp, I'm about to be boned. Nice knowing you, lads. Take care of yourselves and live your best.

2 Comments
2023/04/19
16:09 UTC

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[REQUEST] seeking help with electric bill..

My family is extremely behind on out electric bill and have a cancellation notice. We are a family of 4. My husband and I work full time, with a 2 and 3 year old. We were moved out of out affordable housing during the housing crisis because the owner wanted to sell. We had to move into a place we van barley afford.

We are on Medicaid, EBT, WIC. I've asked for help with our water bill within the calendar year, so cannot recieve help at this time from DSS. We are working hard to get ourselves back on track.

We recently got a new car (2004 volkswagen passat) from a local donated car organization, because our car on lein was repossessed due to inability to pay on a predatory loan. So we are out a $400 monthly bill, and I've paid insurance for 6 months. We will be in a better financial situation once this electric bill is off our backs.

I am happy to provide the account number for payment.

https://cash.app/$AlexLDillon https://venmo.com/u/Alex_Dillon96

Links to bill screenshot & account number... https://ibb.co/xCd34dk https://ibb.co/ynZRXr7

Thank you for reading.

1 Comment
2023/04/17
20:18 UTC

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[REQ] Going through a very rough time in between jobs, would appreciate any help

I recently lost my job due to car trouble and transportation issues, in the meantime I've been looking into and applying to closer places where getting there wouldn't be an issue until I can get back on my feet and get around easier again. Some of the prospects look good but I am still waiting.

$20 or anything someone could spare for some food and possibly an uber ride if I need one this week would help immensely if anyone can spare it . I can give cashapp or paypal if requested. Thank you

2 Comments
2023/04/16
18:05 UTC

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[REQ] Please help ill mother/daughter and cat not be made car homeless today

We were living car homeless but have been hit with car troubles — have been TEMPORARILY living in a hotel while trying desperately to get that solved. I have bird flu RN (on top of undiagnosed autoimmune issue) and my mother has been on chemotherapy.

The hotel manager needs his money immediately (within hours) or we will be thrown out with all of our belongings on the street outside. With no car and nowhere to go.

#@mgmymr
on paypal and venmo

We are seriously desperate and anything helps.

4 Comments
2023/04/12
14:52 UTC

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Other suggested subReddits for help

Updated Jan 29, 2021

There are several other subReddits that we recommend for people who need help to check out:

  • r/Assistance - A general catch-all
  • /r/almosthomeless - Advice to stave off homelessness or how to prepare to be homeless
  • /r/borrow - For loans.
  • /r/care - General purpose assistance
  • /r/Food_Pantry and /r/Food_Pantry_Canada - For asking of food items that can be provided online.
  • /r/gofundme - For crowdfunding
  • /r/homeless - Advice on surviving homelessness
  • /r/povertyfinance - Advice on managing what financial resources you have.
  • /r/RandomActsofPetfood - Similar to Food_Pantry but for pet needs.
  • /r/RandomKindness - Make non-monetary requests for things you need.
  • /r/TransCharity - Request OR offer free clothes/footwear/accessories/makeup. Request OR offer free things that are Safe For Work (things ≠ money, services, or digital goods)

Most of the above subreddits have varying requirements for account age and karma. Please be sure to read their rules and requirements before participating.

Subs to avoid:

  • r/Loans and r/SimpleLoans - Some of the mods have engaged in sketchy behaviour such as the collection of personal information and pushing referrals. Also, users who participate in r/Loans and/or r/SimpleLoans are banned from r/borrow.
  • Any karma farming/begging subs - Activity in any of these subs is viewed as a circumvention of account requirements from almost all of the larger help subreddits, and earns a permanent listing on the r/UniversalScammerList which bans you from participating on any member subreddit.
0 Comments
2023/04/12
04:01 UTC

2

[REQ] Need 10$ for food

I only get paid next week but I have no food nor money to last until then. I live in Brazil, so, due to currency exchange rates, any couple of dollars helps a lot. I have a PayPal to convert and receive donations. I'm sincerely grateful for any help.

5 Comments
2023/04/11
02:55 UTC

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[REQ] Help needed for surgery of an abused stray cat.

Help needed for surgery of an abused stray cat.

Help Needed for Surgery of an Abused Stray Cat

Help me save this abused cat so that he may be given a chance for a better life.

Drew suffers from Diaphragmatic Hernia and awaiting a very high risk operation tomorrow. Apparently, somebody kicked/punched the cat badly. This has torn his diaphragm so the content of his stomach went all the way up to his chest, lungs and heart which makes breathing difficult. Aside from that, his kidney is badly damaged and his lower organs are in disarray.

I already paid $36(2,000php) for his xray and put down a $73 (4,000php) deposit at the vet hospital using my personal funds. However, there is still $128 (7,000php) left to pay for his surgery, additional confinement days ($45 per day) and other tests that Drew may need including post-surgery management.

Drew has already suffered a series of abuse: abandoned by his owner, blunt force trauma caused by an animal abuser and is now facing a high risk surgery, which he may not survive.

I only wish for Drew to survive and his best bet is the surgery. No amount is ever small for a little soul that is fighting for his life.

If ever you can help, send financial assistance via the following:

Wise: quinnsalindo@outlook.com Paypal: anikigg

3 Comments
2023/04/07
17:17 UTC

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[REQ] Uber Ride

Car currently out of commission, need a quick Uber ride, if anyone can help it’d be greatly appreciated

1 Comment
2023/04/03
20:04 UTC

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[Req] In need of 120$ for groceries

I don’t get paid until the end of the week and my fridge and pantry are empty. I am in need of 120$ for groceries for my family and I. I have Venmo cash app and PayPal.

3 Comments
2023/04/03
18:12 UTC

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[REQ] Paying for public transit while in between jobs

Hi, this is going to sound pretty silly, but I'm currently on break from college semesters and work. After a wave of applying for jobs, I've heard back from a few companies who want to interview me, but I have less than a dollar in my account & no access to a car. I just need 10 dollars, or even less, so I can get to and from at least one interview. It sounds like a miniscule amount, I know, but with an unsupportive family I'm unable to even borrow a couple bucks getting to a job opportunity.

1 Comment
2023/04/03
05:39 UTC

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[REQ] Groceries and gas for work

Teacher in need of $120 for groceries and gas to get to work this week until payday.

Will provide proof of purchase.

Edit: Gas no longer needed. Just groceries- $90

2 Comments
2023/04/02
22:03 UTC

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