Linette’s Story

Linette’s Story

how you empowered Linette to improve her life Linette moved to Arizona to find a new start, but when finding work proved difficult, that new start began to look down. While she had savings to keep her afloat for a few months, they were quickly running out, and...
Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2022

Sexual Assault Awareness Month 2022

April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month: A Time for Action Trigger Warning: Topics in this blog concern sexual violence. What is Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM)?  Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM) is an annual observance during April which brings attention...
Joseph’s Story

Joseph’s Story

how you gave Joseph a second chance This is Joseph’s Story. Joseph was raised by his loving aunt and uncle who adopted him from his biological mother, who struggled with a meth addiction and was homeless at the time. Given his adoption, his sense of security was...
Ivory’s Story

Ivory’s Story

how you changed Ivory’s life forever My family and I experienced many struggles this year. I am a single mother of 3 children and found myself out of work for nine consecutive months. I am an independent person and do not like to ask for help from others, but I...