One mother hadn’t seen her daughter in over two years after a life-changing mistake. She carried the weight of that separation every day, but she refused to give up. Determined to make things right, she worked tirelessly, completing every class, meeting every requirement, and saving every dollar she could. When her car broke down, the system counted it against her, threatening to undo all her hard work. But we didn’t. Because of donors like you, we were there to advocate for her, to remind the system of her humanity, and to help her keep going when the road felt impossible.

She is moving forward with courage and hope, and soon she will walk into her next meeting with someone by her side, supported and encouraged. She will face it with the confidence that comes from knowing she is not alone, that she is seen, and that her love for her daughter matters. Stories like hers remind us why our work is so important and how compassion and support can help someone reclaim their life and rebuild the bonds that mean the most.