Continuation Project in Suislepa: Helping a Young Family Get Electricity in Their Home

Dear friends,

We are once again reaching out to you to help complete a project that is very close to our hearts. Thanks to your previous support, we have already taken a big step forward in helping a hardworking young family living in Viljandimaa. However, one more joint effort is still needed for their dream home to be finished.

How did it all begin?

A few years ago, Marjata and Reio, together with their child, bought a small house in Viljandimaa with the help of their savings and an installment plan. It was their dream of owning a home. Unfortunately, the house was in very poor condition: the roof was leaking, the walls couldn’t keep out the wind, and the floors and stoves needed complete replacement.

But the biggest problem was that the house had no electricity. The previous owner had it cut off due to unpaid debts, and as first-time homeowners, the young couple had no idea how complicated and expensive it would be to get it reconnected.

Work done – incredible progress!

Despite the difficult start, the family didn’t give up. With their own hands, they have done an enormous amount of work: the roof has been patched, the walls reinforced, and new windows and doors installed.

Most importantly – thanks to you, dear donors, and hardworking volunteers, the largest part of the project has already been completed! Over 100 meters of cable trench has been dug, and the main power cable has been installed underground. It was a massive job, accomplished thanks to the community’s support!

A new challenge – the last obstacle on the way

Unfortunately, it turned out that the family does not qualify for any state or local support measures for connecting to the electricity grid – their situation falls exactly between the rules, which means they cannot receive help from official systems.

Right now, the family depends on power banks and a single solar panel, which is clearly not enough for everyday life. They are just one step away from a normal life, but that last step is too big without our help.

What else is needed to bring light into the home?

We are very close to the goal! To finally bring electricity to Marjata and Reio’s home, the following is still needed:

• Dig the last 35 meters of trench to the house.

• Purchase the necessary cables and install the electrical cabinet with circuit breakers.

• Pay the connection fee for joining the power grid.

In total, about €4,000 still needs to be raised.

Let’s make this final effort together and help this hardworking family finally have a real home! Every contribution is an important step closer to bringing them light.

With heartfelt thanks in advance,

The NO team