If you are an immigrant in Wisconsin, Bibi and Khatira want you to hear their story. They want to show you how to find the resources you need to succeed. Staying Together Bibi and Khatira are a mother and daughter from Afghanistan who traveled to the Appleton area in search of opportunity. A friend brought … See details
When you enroll in our programs, we make sure you have your best foot forward when finding the career of your dreams. We can help you gain the skills to make you a competitive hire in the workplace. We’ll even help you dress the part, too! Robert came to us looking for find a full-time … See details
Julie is one of our participants in our FoodShare Employment Training program who has really transformed her life. Recently, she took the time to share her story, which we present here in her own words: Some people measure success by their possessions, status, and how much money they have in the bank. I do not. … See details
Congratulations to Allyson on two awesome accomplishments: getting a job and getting promoted within just a few months! As a mother of two, it meant the world to Allyson to get a stable income. Recently divorced, Allyson was new to the area and had just gained full custody of her children when all of a … See details
Congratulations, Bahati, on your first job in America! Last year, Bahati was living in a refugee camp in Uganda. He had fled from his home in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, hoping to get to the United States to start a better life. Finally, his visa came through, and Bahati was on his way … See details
With the sheer number of job opportunities out there today, choosing the right job can be really overwhelming, especially if you are unemployed. Chase found himself feeling this way not that long ago. Without a job or income, he was feeling the pressure to find a job. After enrolling in FoodShare, his Income Maintenance worker … See details
Sharifa has a new car and the license to drive it, thanks to the support of her friends and community in her new Wisconsin home. We are so glad to have her with our FSET program, supporting her on a journey that started across the world. Early in 2022, Sharifa had just arrived from Afghanistan. … See details
Sometimes, people come through our doors with a vision, a dream, and a plan. All they need is someone to help them lay down the first brick. Valentina has a passion for capturing beautiful moments through a lens. A simple click of the shutter button on her camera as she captures a precious moment brings … See details
