Michael Tends to His Dream
Someday soon, you might be driving down the road and spy Michael in a field, tending to the animals on his hobby farm. Through...
Someday soon, you might be driving down the road and spy Michael in a field, tending to the animals on his hobby farm. Through...
Klara has the kind of grit that helps her laugh when others might cry. Today, however, her smile springs to her lips from a...
When Emily asked Bret if she could write a story about his success in the FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program, he laughed, asking...
This February, we met 24 brave Afghan refugees. They were granted refuge in Wisconsin, but their situation was still difficult. Some of them had...
“I have been blessed by God throughout my life with good things happening to me when I am in need,” writes Paul. He’s a...
“I am very motivated to go to school and do something that I feel is worthwhile with my life,” says Lizzie. Even when she...
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...
A personal touch can go a long way. When Michael found a job through our FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program in 2020, he...
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...
“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...
"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...
New chapters can allow us to reinvent ourselves and see new possibilities. A chance at a new career can be incredibly rewarding, whether someone...
“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...
Today we celebrate the success of Willie, who has recently accepted a new job offer. He is now managing his finances, covering housing and...
Parents Breanna and River want what’s best for their daughter. That’s why they came to us for support finding careers that would enable them...
When Ray came to FSET in April, his dream was to get back to truck driving. He had been out of work for a...
When Steven came to FSET in 2019, he had already overcome so many challenges. After achieving 5 years sobriety, he was ready to accomplish...
Like so many of our clients, Charles’ success story is one of tremendous courage as he sought real change in his life – for...
Kakola came to the United States as a Refugee from the Democratic Republic of Congo in July of 2020. Kakola’s wife, Furaha, came here...
Amanda seems shy when you first meet her. However, it doesn’t take long before you can see that she is a definite people person....
Jamie came to FSC looking for some support building up her employable skills, and ultimately to help her reach her goals of working in...
Adriana wanted to be a professional – somebody knowledgeable, respectable, and helpful. The thing is, her only real experience was working in cleaning jobs....
Congratulations to Vanessa, who recently started her new job! After five years as a stay-at-home mom, getting back into the workplace was like entering...
"I love helping people out and always want to be there to help others through their rough times in life," Michele tells us. Unfortunately,...
Kathleen started working in dental offices over 25 years ago. At the time, it didn’t require a diploma, so she left high school, started...
The clock was ticking. Matheau was living in a temporary home and had just 90 days to get on his feet. He didn’t have any income, transportation, or even a...
A little over a year ago, Yadira moved her four children from the southern U.S. to Wisconsin. She was hoping to find a home...
Chelsea came from the big city, where she did well as a cellist. It was exciting work, but not always steady. After moving, however,...
“I am a single mother and did not want to depend on the system to support my family,” says April. Two years ago, she...
This time last year, Shannon never would have expected to see herself enjoying a job in manufacturing. She’d always been in health care, so...
Sarah is a creative and talented woman, but you don’t have to take our word for it. Just check out a few pages from...
When Amanda’s employer went under, she decided to turn unemployment into an opportunity to retool her career. She’d often hoped for an office position,...
Vakia moved to Wisconsin to make a better life for her daughters — when she learned about FSC, she realized there was no better...
“I never thought my life would turn out this way, but I’m sure glad it did,” says Tracie. Last year, she was homeless, jobless,...
Check out the uniform! Danielle joined Wisconsin Works for paid maternity leave, but when she learned that they could put her dreams within reach, she decided to stick around and even joined FSET for more....
Michael was a foreman before an injury put him out of work for over two years. He joined Wisconsin Works and FSET to find...
Corisa looked around. Her instructor had just asked the class to break into groups. She found a small group and started talking. That’s when...
Putting together a sentence has always been tricky for Odessa, so when she got the keys to her new apartment, she sent us a...
Sa couldn't bring much with him when he fled from the ongoing crisis in Myanmar, but he did carry with him a wealth of...
Rhonda is a wonderful mom who puts her heart into everything she does. As the devoted assistant manager of a local thrift store, she...
Kristen is a pretty handy person to have around - that's one of many reasons we love her! She was known as a jack-of-all-trades,...
Because Jena's positive vibes are pretty much contagious, we thought we'd share her great news to make your day, too! She just accepted a...
"I’m working my way up from the bottom," says Karen. After losing her office job in 2016, she had to give up almost everything...
Today, Thomas is more driven than ever before, not just because of his motivated personality, but because he’s earned his dream job at YRC...
Allisha is opening up a new chapter in her life as a small business owner, with a boost from FSC! Other people might call it...
"Pawahna lights up the room with her enthusiasm," says Meghan, a counselor with the FSET program. Even though Pawahna has been a U.S. citizen...
"The support I've received from my FSET and W-2 workers...
Imagine studying for your finals with one youngster at home and another on the way. That would be enough to make anyone gulp, but...
Evan met Craig, an FSET Account Representative, while he was visiting the Job Center this January. Evan knew there were opportunities waiting - even...
After the ice and snow this weekend, you might wonder what would compel someone like Edison to leave tropical Puerto Rico for Wisconsin. He'd...
Kim is in the business of smiles - and thanks to a successful job search with Wisconsin Works and FSET, she's back to sharing...
A few years ago, Daniel wasn't sure if he would ever be able to work again. A serious car accident left him clinging to...
When Sergio interviews for work, he’s the picture of confidence. He knows how to dress, how to act, and what to say - but...
LaToya is a soft-spoken, caring mother who always puts her family first. When she enrolled in Wisconsin Works, she was just about ready to...
Jody's story is one that any job-seeker can relate to. With a newborn and a teenager to care for, she was scrambling to find...
Moving from rural Wisconsin to the city of Oshkosh was a big change for Jamie, but she knew that's where her family could find...
Patricia joined Wisconsin Works and FSET hoping for a great job, but she was surprised to find it waiting in the industry she left...
Jeremiah rode his skateboard nearly five miles to his first FSET appointment. Without money for a car, it was his best way to get...
"Someday, I will be a manager," says TaCiana. A few months ago, she couldn't imagine saying those words. She was just hoping life might...
When we first met Brett, he told us a story about grocery shopping with his young son. Walking down the aisle, his son asked...
Deana’s story is all about how caring communities can make a difference in someone’s life. Looking for work was a top priority for Deana,...
When Lara got a notice in the mail stating that she needed to start FSET to keep her Food Stamps, she did not know what...
When Myra sees a great opportunity, she jumps into it with both feet forward! After just two weeks with Wisconsin Works, she co-enrolled in FSET,...
After working with Wisconsin Works for only a few months, Victoria is thrilled to have a great job, a happy daughter, and a plan...
"As a single mother, it was scary losing my job," Andrea admits. Months behind on rent, she felt like her world had been turned...
Jeffrey wanted a new direction, but he felt like his internal GPS was turning him in circles. With his family counting on him, he turned to...
Carrie did not want just another job - she wanted "a meaningful career for a lifetime," and she got it by joining FSET! If you're...
“The wonderful people at FSET not only gave me some practical office work experience but the motivation to search for employment and my enthusiasm...
Lonnie was close to a touchdown, but he fumbled the ball at the last second. At least, that's how he felt after getting multiple...
Enrolling in FSET straight from prison, Cashmere was determined not to go back, and to be the inspiration his family deserves. He came to us...
Meagan had been looking for a way to channel her desire to care for others into a meaningful career and “to get everything started.” She...
William knew he'd be a great addition for an employer, if he could just get a chance. He got this chance through FSET, and he's now making the...
After moving her family halfway around the world, Mumtaz was determined to find any work possible to support them. After enrolling in Wisconsin Works,...
Dominique made smart moves this year. The first one was hard: leaving everything behind to begin a better life. The second one made it...
As Lawanda will tell you, Wisconsin Works helps build strong families. From living with her family in the back of a truck a year...
Fun-loving and full of energy, Casey values every person he meets. So his new, full-time job helping people with disabilities is a perfect fit....
Duane has learned to be resourceful over the years. Living in a tent during the summer, he figured out that without a fridge, he...
WillieMae is 66 years old, but she will smile when she tells you that “On the day I graduated I thought I was younger than...
Jason knew that he needed to learn a better way to find work. He was constantly filling out applications but could not seem to...
Governor Scott Walker joined Forward Service Corporation on April 20th to mark the first anniversary celebration of the FSET program at the Bay Central Job Center...
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