“It’s an amazing feeling to be so impacted by others,” Bart says. “I have sober clean friends. All around I am a different person. I am kind, generous, loving, understanding. I feel like I’m the man I was meant to be.” Today, Bart speaks with confidence, gratitude, and pride about the life he has built. … See details
After spending two years incarcerated, Arlow faced the daunting challenge of starting over. Before his sentence, he lived a stable life—working full time, renting a home, and owning a vehicle. But upon his release, he had lost everything. He was homeless, disconnected from family, and burdened with self-doubt and fear of failure. Support Begins Behind … See details
Pascaline has always had a love for children. Growing up in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, she found joy and purpose in working with youth. That passion stayed with her when she came to the United States, where she carried a clear dream: to pursue an education in early childhood and one day open … See details
We are lucky to work with clients who remind us every day why this work matters. Sandra is one of those people. Sandra was unemployed and doing everything she could to find work. She was actively working with temp agencies, hoping to land a stable job, but despite her efforts, interviews and job offers just … See details
As Wisconsin’s construction industry continues to grow, contractors across the state are searching for dependable, job-ready workers who can contribute from day one. Forward Service Corporation’s Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) program has emerged as one of the most effective solutions to this challenge. In just six weeks and at no cost to participants, HCST … See details
When Joshua returned to college as a working parent, he knew it wouldn’t be easy. Between two part-time jobs, full-time classes at Fox Valley Technical College, and raising two school-aged children, his days were packed. But for Josh, determination and heart were never in short supply. “I was looking for options to assist with funding … See details
Reginald is a reserved, humble person who works hard and tries his best. While incarcerated, he felt hopeless and unmotivated, uncertain what his release would look like. He wasn’t sure how to begin looking for work or how to reenter the community. When a social worker offered him a referral to the Wisconsin Pathways Home … See details
Billy Jack first encountered Pathways Home while navigating a challenging chapter of life: incarceration in the Wisconsin prison system. “I had a plan for release but was unsure and scared of how to make it happen,” they shared. Like many returning citizens, their immediate concerns centered on finding work, transportation, and the support needed to … See details
