These inspirational stories are all from the dedicated parents, students, and graduates we have the privilege to help each day.
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 on the job after graduating from the Transportation Alliance for New Solutions (TrANS) program in 2015. With a Little Help from Friends When Ruffus started out, he had a hard … See details
“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 so long ago, Patricia owned her dream business. She ran a wholesale company and loved working with her family. But the situation changed and the store closed. It became harder … See details
New chapters can allow us to reinvent ourselves and see new possibilities. A chance at a new career can be incredibly rewarding, whether someone is thinking about building on their resume by taking on home inspector jobs for a chance of getting into the real estate sector, to someone taking an office position to build … See details
Becoming a new father is itself worthy of congratulations. But with fatherhood comes a new set of responsibilities, and this is where Justin found himself. Despite his determination, a chronic medical condition prevented him from sustaining long-term employment. He knew he had to reposition himself. Financial Assistance Justin’s goal was clear: he needed a less … See details
“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 full-time employment. He had been actively looking but encountered several setbacks that not only prevented stable employment, but also receiving unemployment benefits. Determined not to leave any path unexplored, he … See details
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 ago, Irene arrived in the U.S. as a refugee, and in early 2021, she found a new home with family in Wisconsin. Being new to the area, she needed help … See details
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 the U.S. as refugees. From the time they arrived, they felt welcomed by a supportive community. However, Lah’s job was far from his home, he was not yet familiar with … See details
Today we celebrate the success of Willie, who has recently accepted a new job offer. He is now managing his finances, covering housing and utilities needs, and is on his way toward self-sufficiency. But this wasn’t always the case. In 2020, Willie was dealing with car issues and was on the verge of losing his … See details
