Stuck in a difficult financial situation, Salesi didn't believe he would be able to provide Christmas presents for his family this year, but thanks to Monte's generous donor's we could be there to help.
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Before coming to Monte Cecilia, Mary* had never written a budget before, but since joining the Monte Cecilia F.A.I.T.H. Money Programme she has been able to step back and see where her money is going and target areas where she can make savings.
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A couple are celebrating taking their first steps in laying down plans for a stronger future together after working with Monte Cecilia’s wraparound support team.
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The team at Monte Cecilia was happy to be able to help a single father take the first steps in bringing his family back together by working collaboratively with Oranga Tamariki.
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Vicki* has always been an independent person who wanted to do things for herself, but found herself forced into an unwinnable situation by poor luck.
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Clarice*, a 35-year-old single mum to three boys, has always been tough and independent, but sometimes life throws you one challenge too many.
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Monte Cecilia’s F.A.I.T.H. Money Programme is about more than teaching budgeting skills, it’s about giving participants the ability and confidence to chase their life goals.
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When Iosefa moved his family out of an overcrowded house and into Monte accommodation, he didn't just get a roof over his family's head, he stepped onto a road to financial independence and freedom through Monte's wraparound services.
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When Ashley* came to Monte Cecilia for help her family was paying $810 per week for a run down property that wasn't even painted properly. Thanks to support by Monte her family were able to get out of the property that was putting her children's health at risk.
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When Mataali* joined Monte Cecilia’s F.A.I.T.H. Money Programme, she and her husband were struggling to make their income to stretch through the week. But three months later she is able to consistently make sure her family has everything it needs.
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