Patsy had been caring for her husband Alan through a long illness. Sadly, he passed after 45 years of marriage, and the grief left her vulnerable.
A family member came to Patsy with a story of need. She gave – and kept on giving. She even took out high-interest loans so she could keep contributing; until she was in serious debt.
“I was depressed. I cried every night and woke up crying too.”
Basics like food, heating and a little petrol in her car became a cause of stress and anxiety.
Friend, every month 140+ NZ households like Patsy’s are reaching out to CAP for help.
Will you help one of them?
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Right now, New Zealanders in hardship are finding life extra tough. Some are resorting to high-cost loans — as Patsy once did — in the face of the rising cost of essentials. Patsy describes the isolation caused by her debt:
“I just wouldn’t go to the shops or anything. I just couldn’t do it anymore… I phoned CAP. They prayed over the phone and it was absolutely wonderful. A CAP Coach came around this particular day. They said ‘leave it with us and we’ll deal with the creditors ’.”
When you give to Christians Against Poverty, you’re ensuring another person like Patsy can receive free, wrap-around support, as they pay off their debt using their own income!
And with CAP and the local church walking alongside, a person doesn’t have to tackle their money chaos alone… through your generosity, they’re cared for, prayed for, and shown the love of Jesus.
Will you give today to help another person like Patsy find free practical help & spiritual hope?
Here’s what your donation today provides…
Here’s what your donation today will provide:
- Your gift takes the pressure off, as the caring CAP team gets them started on their Debt Help journey — offering prayer & practical help.
- A CAP Coach meets them in their home, providing vital connection.
- A dedicated CAP Financial Mentor finds the best path out of their financial chaos.
- Your gift enables a family to encounter the love of Jesus, as a loving church family walks alongside them…
- If needed ,your gift will also provide an emergency food parcel, full of essentials for a family.
- CAP creates a budget, covering essentials like rent & power – allowing families to pay back debt using their own income.
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- Your gift takes the pressure off, as the caring CAP team gets them started on their Debt Help journey — offering prayer & practical help.
- A CAP Coach meets them in their home, providing vital connection.
- A dedicated CAP Financial Mentor finds the best path out of their financial chaos.
- Your gift enables a family to encounter the love of Jesus, as a loving church family walks alongside them…
- If needed ,you’ll also provide an emergency food parcel, full of essentials for a family*.
- CAP creates a budget, covering essentials like rent & power – allowing families to pay back debt using their own income.
Got questions? Check FAQs
* In the event funds are raised above the need for food help, your gift will be used where needed most.
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“It was a terrible situation until you and CAP stepped in. Your support is so needed, and appreciated. You are wonderful, thank you!” – Patsy
Patsy heard about CAP from a friend. When she reached out for help, free support was available – thanks to someone who shares your heart for New Zealanders in need.
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