Drew Sketched His Future
May 23, 2023
The road to employment isn’t always a straight one. When Drew entered our Fond du Lac office, he was new to the area, unemployed,...
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Chrisana Puts Her Future in First Gear
May 23, 2023
Chrisana was looking for support on her employment journey when she came into our Fond du Lac office. She was on FoodShare, which made...
Edward’s Calling
May 23, 2023
Every once in a while, someone comes in knowing exactly what they want to do, but they need help to get there. Edward was...
Lisa is “checking out” her future
WIOA Youth participant, Lisa, came to FSC Shawano in June of 2022 in hopes of finding guidance and support with her educational journey. She...
Tommy Fast Tracks
May 4, 2023
Sometimes things happen fast. After spending time in incarceration, Tommy was released and was immediately enrolled in FoodShare and the FoodShare Employment and Training...
Amanda Opens Doors
May 4, 2023
The FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program is designed to help with employment and supportive services. Sometimes that means immediate assistance, like transportation or...
Dakota Finds His Confidence
May 4, 2023
The day after Dakota was released from incarceration, he enrolled in the FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program. Being justice-involved, he had some different...
Walk-In Wednesdays – Rhinelander, Wausau, and Wisconsin Rapids
April 19, 2023
We are excited to introduce Walk-In Wednesdays! Once a month from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., our staff in the Antigo, Rhinelander, Stevens Point,...
Andy Keeps on Trucking
March 1, 2023
For the last eight years, Andy had been working with a flooring company, but he had to reassess his options when they closed their...
Feb/Mar Onsite Enrollments
February 17, 2023
We'll be in the following locations for FSET and W-2 onsite enrollments and to answer questions about any of our other programs. Bay Area 2/22/2023 YWCA 1-3PM 230 S...
Sandy’s Positive Outlook
February 10, 2023
When Sandy approached us, she was struggling financially, mentally, and physically. She was seeing a counselor weekly and under a lot of stress and...
Welcome Nicole to Our Team
February 10, 2023
Many reasons can lead to a disruption in full-time employment, and sometimes that can come in the form of a rare health condition. This was...
Austin Returns to Normal
February 10, 2023
Justice-involved individuals face additional challenges when re-entering the workforce. In addition to finding work, there is a personal factor of regaining and rebuilding what...
Hand-in-Hand with Anastasia
January 20, 2023
Something new: In Rock County, our offices are in the same building as our partner Community Action. This creates a more effective way of...
Natalie Finds New Employment Through FSET
December 13, 2022
Natalie was looking for a new path and did not know which way to turn. Everywhere she looked seemed to lead toward a dead...
JAG Students Explore Careers at the Capitol
November 4, 2022
Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) prepare high school students for career paths after graduation. JAG Career specialists in select schools throughout Wisconsin connect students...
The Right Fit for Jacqueline
October 26, 2022
Jacqueline is a mother and found herself going through a personal issue. This had an immediate impact on her family’s housing as they were...
Courtney Never Gives Up
October 26, 2022
Since 2001, Courtney had been in and out of Wisconsin Works (W-2). Circumstances out her control led to bouts of homelessness and medical issues....
Keng’s Special Path
September 19, 2022
Keng came to us right after high school. He was a student in Special Education at East High and was referred by his teacher....
Jeremy Moves Forward
September 12, 2022
Jeremy came to us seeking stable employment, but a legal past was making it challenging to move forward. Finding himself in a loop, he...
The Second Time Is a Charm for Maria
July 15, 2022
This is the continuing story of Maria, a very creative participant in the FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program. Previously, Maria had approached us...
When One Door Closes, Sara Opens Another
July 1, 2022
“Dreams can change; when one door closes another one opens.” This is a story of a mother from Fond Du Lac County who found her...
Dustin Drives His Recovery
June 16, 2022
Transportation obstacles are not issues that just affect individuals but the entire community. This is a story about someone who is paying it forward...
Jason Lifts Up His Family
June 16, 2022
Providing for your family while dealing with employment obstacles is a lot to overcome. Scraping by while trying to build a better future for...
Tyson’s Continued Success
June 15, 2022
All stories are a work in progress. This one is no different. Lorie Thompson, a coordinator for the Southwest Transportation Alliance for New Solutions...
Sharifa and Farishta Stick Together
June 3, 2022
Being a stranger in a new country can be scary, disorienting, and overwhelming. It takes inner strength to face the challenges that come with...
Connor Does What It Takes
May 16, 2022
Moving to a new area is difficult, especially if you need to find immediate employment. The disruption can create a cascade of problems. However,...
The New and Improved Marisol
April 22, 2022
New chapters are always being written in the lives of program participants. It's always an honor to share an update of our graduates and...
Adam Scores a Goal
April 20, 2022
In some sports, it’s not just about scoring goals, it’s about knowing when and how to take the shot. Adam has a background in...
You Can Teach Old Dogs New Tricks
April 11, 2022
Success has no hard-and-fast definition. Each person has the freedom to establish their own pillars of success and their method of construction. Success should...
Zahira Did It for Her Kids
April 4, 2022
The motivation to change your life can come from many places. Perhaps it's circumstance or self-fulfillment. Often, it's the commitment we make to ourselves...
The Courage of Fazal
March 14, 2022
Every success requires courage. Courage to start the journey. Courage to face stacked odds. Courage to persevere amidst unfathomable circumstances. We’re excited to bring you...
Jamari’s Laser Focus
March 7, 2022
Every once in awhile someone comes along with determination like a force of nature. They set their sights on a specific goal and find...
Kristina Is on Top of the World
February 24, 2022
The pandemic devastated so many workers in Wisconsin. It’s been a struggle to get the workforce back on track, but it’s happening—slowly but surely....
Melina in the Middle
February 7, 2022
Sometimes it’s easy to feel caught between two places in life—where you are and where you want to be. Bridging this gap can be...
David Schools His Dreams
January 31, 2022
The pandemic has had far reaching effects and not just on employment. Education and training have had more than their share of new obstacles,...
McKinley: In His Own Words
January 24, 2022
A Quick Note Sometimes the people who go through our programs take the time to write in and let us know about their experience. We...
Angela Is Nursing a Career
January 3, 2022
Today we congratulate Angela, who just started her new career as a certified nursing assistant at Aurora Medical Center! She has always been a...
Serving Up Dreams with Maria
December 20, 2021
No dream is too big or unachievable. Maria proves that you can achieve whatever you set your mind to if you're willing to put...
Ruffus: A Role Model for Future Students
December 14, 2021
Initial success isn't the only thing worth acknowledging: ongoing commitment is hard work and deserves recognition. Today we're congratulating Ruffus. He is celebrating six years...
Patricia Revives Her Dream
December 7, 2021
"You must believe in yourself and work very hard at achieving your goals. Never give up on your dreams. They can come true again." Not...
Laura Finds Her Path
November 29, 2021
New chapters can allow us to reinvent ourselves and see new possibilities. A chance at a new career can be incredibly rewarding, whether someone...
The Logic Behind Justin’s Path to Logistics
November 22, 2021
Becoming a new father is itself worthy of congratulations. But with fatherhood comes a new set of responsibilities, and this is where Justin found...
Native American Heritage Month: A Letter from Our CEO
November 18, 2021
We at Forward Service Corporation are proud to support and celebrate Native American Heritage Month this November. Over the years, we have had fruitful partnerships...
Terrell Achieves Full-Time Employment
November 15, 2021
“I got the job!” Terrell recently reported to us with pride in his voice. A few months before, Terrell was searching for a path toward...
Irene’s Success
November 8, 2021
Join us in celebrating Irene's success, as she enjoys new full-time employment in a position that offers her a complete benefits package! A few years...
Lah’s Success
November 1, 2021
Today we celebrate Lah, who has found his way to self-sufficiency through the Road to Livelihood program. In 2020, Lah and his family came to...
Willie’s Success
October 25, 2021
Today we celebrate the success of Willie, who has recently accepted a new job offer. He is now managing his finances, covering housing and...