No Getaway Car: Shenell’s Story
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In the movies, a thrilling escape scene often involves the roaring engine of a getaway car. For Shenell, running away was much quieter. When Shenell fled from domestic abuse, she had no driver’s license. In fact, she was terrified of the road. Her main form of transportation was the bus, and travel was difficult with […]
The Addition of Confidence – Mission Accomplished: Shaniah French
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] While her four children stared at the Christmas lights twinkling on the tree in the Mission’s lobby, Shaniah French felt unsure. Abusive words from her previous partner rang in her ears. Fleeing him led to homelessness. Self-doubt made her question her future. Could the Mission help? Shaniah asked this question when she first moved […]
Cooks in the Kitchen- Volunteer Spotlight: Valentina & Guiseppina
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] For mother-and-daughter duo Giuseppina and Valentina, family is an essential pillar of life. When Valentina fell on hard times, her mother was there to pick her back up. Not everyone has such a supportive family. Valentina knew this and wanted to support other women facing financial instability who, unlike her, faced their battle alone. […]