Jun 24, 2020 | United We Win
“When you’re talking about our neighbors, we’ve got to look at other underlying issues that cause people to live in poverty … but one organization, one entity, can’t do it alone. We have to come together. Leave the egos outside the door. Come together, sit at a table...
Jun 24, 2020 | Poverty, United We Win
“I’m optimistic about my future. I’m really excited. I’ve come so far from being homeless to doing drugs, getting my GED, working to become a mortician, hopefully next: a home.” Keyaundra is studying to be a mortician. She says she’s been fascinated with the art and...
Jun 24, 2020 | United We Win
“I love the work that we do at Renewal House. There are days when I don’t really feel like I’m working. I’m giving back to my community and the people who need services. That’s why I do what I do.” Pamela found her purpose as a college intern at a children’s emergency...
Jun 24, 2020 | Poverty, United We Win
“I want my kids to know that it starts with them. I want them to remain consistent and let them know that when they set a goal, the baby steps that they’re taking will eventually help them accomplish their goal. Everything that they’re doing now affects their future.”...
Jun 24, 2020 | United We Win
“I think if we just put all of our ideas, our preconceived notions, whatever it may be—whether it’s being homeless or being HIV positive or being hungry—I think if we put all those aside and simply help people, I think it just cuts through everything. That changes...
