For a long time, Jennifer struggled with homelessness, drug use, and crime. She had been in and out of jail. Each time she tried to move forward, something pulled her back. Life felt unstable and uncertain. At one point, she was living in a place she called “the island.” It was a small piece of […]
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Before finding support, Marion spent most of her days helping her mother. She stayed by her mother’s side each day, going along to medical appointments and helping with errands. Because of this, Marion did not have many chances to meet new people or try new things.
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For many years, Lucy did not have a place to call home. She lived without a home for almost ten years and faced many challenges along the way. One of the hardest moments came after a camping accident caused serious burns. Lucy was taken to Seattle, where she spent time in intensive care. During this
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It’s scary to not know what tomorrow will be like when you are homeless. Will you have a place to sleep? And where? These were the thoughts in Kerry’s mind when he, his fiancée, and their baby daughter were homeless. Without jobs, a car, or a place to live, they felt like life couldn’t get
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In March of 2023, Nicole reached out to Goodwill for some help finding a job. She connected with Goodwill’s Foundational Community Supports (FCS) program. The FCS program helps people like Nicole find stable housing and employment. And they teach important skills to help people succeed at work. Working Together for Success Nicole and her employment
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Leahda found stability and independence thanks to Goodwill’s FCS program. From living in a motel to having a place to call home, her story shows how powerful community support can be.
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Jose’s life was not easy. He struggled with addiction and was in and out of prison for many years. He had no idea how to live life independently, and he needed help taking the right steps to achieve his goals. Road to Independence with Goodwill’s Support After his release from prison, Jose moved into sober
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Read how William’s life transformed with a hand up from Goodwill’s Foundational Community Supports program.
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When life got really hard for Renee, she didn’t give up. First, she lost her husband. And then her doctor told her she had stage 3 cancer. Things were tough, and she ended up living in her car. Renee knew she needed help. So, she decided to move to Spokane to start fresh. Seeking Help
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In 2015, Tony moved to Spokane, Washington, looking for a fresh start. But things didn’t go as planned. He found himself battling addiction and homelessness. Feeling lost and alone, he didn’t know where to turn for help. Then a close friend of his referred him to Goodwill, and that’s where everything changed. The Power of
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