Jeff Is On The Road Again
September 19, 2023
As the saying goes, "when one door closes, another one will open." When Jeff saw doors closing in his life, he had the determination...
Success Stories
Chase Finds His Purpose
September 15, 2023
With the sheer number of job opportunities out there today, choosing the right job can be really overwhelming, especially if you are unemployed. Chase...
Alison Goes to Nursing School
September 8, 2023
With a perfect 4.0 GPA for her spring semester, Alison is well on her way to reaching her dream of being a nurse –...
Working to bring family closer
FoodShare Employment and Training Stories, News, Road to Livelihood Stories, Success Stories, Wisconsin Works Stories
September 7, 2023
Sharifa has a new car and the license to drive it, thanks to the support of her friends and community in her new Wisconsin...
Valentina’s Artistic Vision is Captured
August 25, 2023
Sometimes, people come through our doors with a vision, a dream, and a plan. All they need is someone to help them lay down...
Brooke Markets Herself For A Bright Future
August 25, 2023
College can be a very exciting and yet very overwhelming experience for most high school students. Like most new college students, Brooke was looking...
Steven Keeps His Eyes on the Prize
August 24, 2023
When he came to FSET, Steven had a clear idea of what he wanted: To maintain his sobriety and continue recovery, and A part-time...
Tsion gets a job, escapes homelessness
August 24, 2023
Tsion is a bright young lady who’s on her way to a great future. When our FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) team first met...
John Drives To Success
August 22, 2023
“FSET gave me a second chance at being a productive member in society by being self sufficient.” John arrived in our Fond du Lac office...
Tracy Achieves His Goal
August 22, 2023
When Tracy was referred to our Winnebago office from FoodShare, he was experiencing homelessness and looking to obtain employment. He spoke with Morgan, a...
Tyler’s Job Retention
August 22, 2023
"FSET helped me to get to where I am today. I am not sure where I would be without the program; it helped me...
Sean Dedicates Himself to Success
July 28, 2023
“I wouldn't be where I am today if not for the programs that I participate in and all the help along the way from...
Hassan Problem Solves
July 27, 2023
Hassan came to our FSC office as a refugee from Afghanistan. He didn't have any money or a job, spoke little English, and was...
Hakim Proves Himself
FoodShare Employment and Training Stories, Highway Construction Skills Training Stories, News, Success Stories
July 14, 2023
Congratulations to Hakim, who’s started his first job in construction after graduating from our Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) program! Hakim hadn’t considered construction...
Phillip Designs A Bright Future
June 29, 2023
It was about four years after high school, and Phillip still wasn't sure which career path was the right choice. The pandemic made finding...
Amanda’s “Surreal” Success
June 29, 2023
Amanda wants to share her story with all the young women out there who need a little bit of encouragement today. That’s because today, we’re...
Doing It All for Her – Melinda’s Story
June 27, 2023
It barely takes a minute to see what drives Melinda to do more. It was “my daughter’s unconditional love that brought me to W-2,”...
Venashia Advocates for Her Future
June 15, 2023
Venashia loves helping to care for others, but working full-time and being a full-time mom of four young kiddos can be a lot to...
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,...
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...
Kristin Has A Job She Loves
May 22, 2023
When we start working on our own personal development, we can outgrow certain aspects of our lives. This was the dilemma Kristin was facing...
Savannah Nurses Towards a Future
May 22, 2023
Savannah wanted to make a better life for herself and her little girl. Living in a small apartment and struggling to make ends meet,...
Michael Tends to His Dream
May 22, 2023
Someday soon, you might be driving down the road and spy Michael in a field, tending to the animals on his hobby farm. Through...
Wayne Designs His Future
May 22, 2023
As someone who loves to draw, Wayne has dreams of starting his own design company someday. But he knew the path he was on...
Elizabeth Drives To Success
May 9, 2023
As parents, we want to be someone that our kids look up to. Elizabeth did just that. She was a mother of three looking...
Kira Checks-Off Her List
May 9, 2023
Job searching can be tough in today’s job market. It can be even tougher for parents, especially single parents, when finding childcare is also...
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), a third party program funded in partnership...
Fransis Finds Her Network
When Fransis lost her job, she didn’t know how she was going to provide for her children. With rising inflation and a small safety...
Olena’s Key to Success
May 3, 2023
Thousands of people have been displaced since Russia began invading Ukraine on February 24, 2022. Among them were Olena and her children. Separated from...
Persistence Pays
March 27, 2023
We earn trust by pulling through on our promises, especially when it’s hard. When Michael joined Wisconsin Works (W-2), he wasn’t expecting anything special. He...
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...
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...
One Day at a Time
February 10, 2023
Financial struggles can bring the weight of the world down on a parent. Audrey knows about that firsthand. Nonetheless, she still advises to “Just...
A New Change for Harlan
Education and Training, FoodShare Employment and Training Stories, Jobs, Other, Success Stories, WETAP Stories
February 10, 2023
Transitioning to a normal life after incarceration can be an incredibly overwhelming experience, especially when you don’t know where to start. That’s why we’re...
A Smile You Can Hear
January 30, 2023
Klara has the kind of grit that helps her laugh when others might cry. Today, however, her smile springs to her lips from a...
Matie’s Drive To Success
Announcements, Education and Training, Jobs, Success Stories, Wisconsin Works Stories, Worker Advancement Initiative Stories, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Stories
January 30, 2023
Matie was a successful construction and logistics business owner for over 10 years in his home country. He had assisted the US marines in...
Success is in the Details
January 30, 2023
When Emily asked Bret if she could write a story about his most recent success, he laughed, asking “Am I a success?” But we...
Bob’s Perfect Workplace
January 25, 2023
Bob dreamed of finding a supportive, welcoming, and positive workplace that he could call home. Without a job or car, starting a job search...
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...
Justin Builds His Career
January 10, 2023
About five years ago, Justin was in a managerial position. It was the career path he’d always expected to retire on. “I had zero...
Vyonna Manages Her Future
December 30, 2022
Sometimes our clients are ready to start on their dreams the moment they enter our doors. More often, they have immediate needs and cannot...
Elizabeth Finds Her Perfect Fit
December 30, 2022
Although Elizabeth had a part-time job that she enjoyed, she couldn't shake the feeling that something different was on the horizon. Whenever she envisioned...
Tomah’s JAG Duo Take On D.C.
December 27, 2022
During high school, envisioning life after graduation can be difficult. JAG can help. Our Jobs for America’s Graduates (JAG) program is an elective class that...
Tammy Finds Tools For Success
December 22, 2022
Sarah met Tammy on her first day here at FSC. As a new Food Share Employment & Training (FSET) Case Manager, Sarah was observing...
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...
Michelelyn Sharpens Her Skills
December 2, 2022
When we talk about clients reaching for their dreams, we know that it won’t always be a smooth or straight path. Michelelyn is proof...
Shaun Serves Up Success
Education and Training, FoodShare Employment and Training Stories, News, Other, Success Stories, Wisconsin Works Stories
November 29, 2022
When you enroll in our programs and services, you are matched with a specialized CARE Network that helps connect you to resources and opportunities...
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....
Jacqueline’s Dream
October 25, 2022
When it comes to achieving a dream, a good plan is essential. Without a goal to strive toward, however, I’m reminded of the exchange...
Doris Vows for Change
October 25, 2022
Doris is a graduate of our TrANS program who has transformed her life. Recently, she took the time to share her story, which we...
Taking A Chance On Justin
October 21, 2022
Since he could remember, Justin wanted to make something of himself. Too many times in his life, he's been overlooked or misjudged. He lacked...
Melissa Builds Her Future
October 17, 2022
In Today’s Construction Industry, women make up 10.9% of all workers at a construction site. And while more women are joining the field, there’s...
Stephanie Returns for School
October 7, 2022
When you become a mother, your whole life shifts, and your priorities can change in an instant. Motherhood can sometimes feel like a miraculous...
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...
Sara is Cool for School
September 12, 2022
As a young single parent of two young children, Sara wanted to make a change in her life but didn’t know how. She was...
Kaley Accelerates to Her Dream
September 12, 2022
Kaley has always loved helping people, especially children. Her passion to help people got her thinking about the Nursing at a young age. Aside...
Stephanie’s Window to Her Future
FoodShare Employment and Training Stories, Success Stories, Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Stories
September 6, 2022
Stephanie was recently released from incarceration and just starting to get reacclimated to normal life again. As a single mother needing to support a...
Jeanette’s Bright Future
August 24, 2022
It’s one thing to believe in your dreams, but it’s another to make it come true. Jeanette was young single mother with a big...
Jeremy’s Knock Gets Answered
August 17, 2022
“No matter how bleak or menacing a situation may appear, it does not entirely own us. It can’t take away our freedom to respond,...
Jacqueline Pushes Through to Success
August 3, 2022
Life has an interesting way of showing us when it’s time for a change, whether we’re ready or not. Normalcy can be changed in...
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...
How to turn a refuge into a home
June 10, 2022
This February, we met 24 brave Afghan refugees. They were granted refuge in Wisconsin, but their situation was still difficult. Some of them had...
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...
Mary Jo’s Sweet Success
May 26, 2022
Mary Jo was a stay-at-home Mom for 15 years. She decided that it was time for a change of scenery and found a job...
Carrie Books Her Ticket to Success
May 24, 2022
That sweet baby girl means everything to Carrie, who joined Wisconsin Works shortly after her daughter was born. Today, Carrie knows her baby is...
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,...
Bianca’s Sky Has No Limit
Working and being a mother, Bianca was busy and doing enough to get by, but she soon realized that she and her children deserved...
SW TrANS Partners With Local Entities For After School Trade Program
April 26, 2022
Southwest Transportation Alliance Network Solution (SW TrANS) has partnered with Hendrick’s CareerTek (HCT). HCT has a state-of-the-art career center located in their Ironworks campus...
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...
Amanda Accepts No Substitute
March 22, 2022
Amanda graduated from college a year into the pandemic. With the ongoing stresses of political and social unrest, it seemed like a good time...
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....
Michael Makes It Personal
February 17, 2022
A personal touch can go a long way. When Michael found a job through our FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program in 2020, he...
Lacy Lights the Way
February 14, 2022
Sometimes parents need a light to guide them through life’s storms. As an unemployed single mom, Lacy was not sure how to support her...
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...
Never Give Up: Ronald’s Story
January 10, 2022
“Success” is defined differently for everyone. For Ronald, it means “security,” “stability,” “happiness,” gratification”… and “peace” of mind. Here’s Ronald’s journey on the road...
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...
Constructing a New Beginning
December 27, 2021
With multiple certifications in his toolbox and a dream construction job under his belt, Leon is achieving his dreams while doing what he loves. 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...