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Open Requests from Neighbors in Need
Every request below is real — submitted by an older adult, veteran, or neighbor who needs help with yard work. Some come through our online form. Others come by phone. Names and addresses are always kept private.
Ready to help? Sign up as a volunteer — or request help for yourself or someone you know.
Web Requests
Submitted through our online form
An upcoming move has made it tough to keep the yard tidy on their own.
An upcoming move has made it hard to keep up with the yard work.
Health issues have made it tough to keep up with lawn care and snow removal this winter.
Health issues have made it tough to keep the lawn mowed without any equipment.
Health issues have made it tough to manage the yard, especially with winter leaves piling up.
Health issues have made it tough to manage the yard, especially with winter snow approaching.
An upcoming family gathering has made yard work feel overwhelming right now.
Osteoarthritis has made it hard to manage the yard on my own.
Severe asthma and COPD have made it tough to keep the grass under control alone.
Knees have made it tough to keep up with the yard since my lawnmower broke down last year.
Recovering from a recent hospital stay has made it hard to manage the yard while caring for my husband.
Mr. Colombo is facing eviction notices as health issues make it hard to keep up with yard care.
Heart issues and recovery from surgery have made it impossible to manage the yard without assistance.
Recovering from an ankle and back injury has made yard work impossible while caring for four kids.
With no equipment available, maintaining the yard and porch has become too much to handle alone.
The bushes need trimming to improve visibility and maintain the property's appearance.
Extreme allergies and neuropathy make it hard to manage the yard, so any help would be appreciated.
Short-term disability has made it hard to manage lawn care for the family right now.
Caring for a yard has become challenging as their mother is recovering from a stroke.
Financial challenges have made it tough to keep up with lawn care this season.
Latest Voicemail Inquiries
People call 862-66-MOWER and leave as much information as they can about what they need. Our system translates and organizes that information to help locate nearby volunteer support. Personal details are removed before anything is shown publicly.
Hannah is seeking lawn care help in Kankakee, Illinois, due to being terminally ill and unable to afford the service after surgery.
Shirley, an elderly resident of Silvis, IL, is requesting help with her lawn due to health issues and has previously submitted a request form.
Laura is requesting help with her lawn care in Springfield, IL.
A caller is requesting yard work for their dad, Spencer, due to financial hardship.
Neighbors Are Noticing. Volunteers Can Help.
Sometimes a neighbor notices a yard getting away from someone and chooses to reach out with kindness. These privacy-protected Mow Notices are early-stage, community-submitted observations — not confirmed service requests. We review each one, protect personal information, and contact the homeowner respectfully before any volunteer help is considered.
Photos and summaries shown here are reviewed before publishing. Exact addresses, homeowner names, contact information, faces, license plates, and private details are never shown. Locations are approximate — city and state only.
In Tallahassee, FL, our community is coming together to support a neighbor in need by addressing their backyard, ensuring a safe and welcoming environment for all.
In Mckeesport, PA, a dedicated neighbor is seeking support to maintain her lawn, highlighting the importance of community care and connection.
In Westerville, OH, we're here to support neighbors in maintaining their lawns, ensuring everyone can enjoy a welcoming outdoor space this summer.
In Norfolk, VA, a neighbor could use some community support to restore his yard, making it a more enjoyable space for himself and the neighborhood.
In Vero Beach, FL, our community lawn-care initiative aims to support neighbors in maintaining their outdoor spaces, fostering a spirit of care and connection.
In Bethany, OK, we're working together to support a neighbor in need of lawn care assistance, ensuring a healthier and more beautiful community for all.
Notice a yard that seems to be getting away from someone?
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These requests are real time.
These people heard about us and trusted us to field their inquiry and locate help in a comfortable and organized way. If you can help, sign up as a volunteer. If you can't mow, you can still make a difference.
