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...
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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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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....
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...
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...
Grady’s in the Driver’s Seat
April 20, 2022
When Grady's case manager, Marissa, told Grady that she wanted to share his success, he was shocked. "No one has ever called me a...
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...
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...