Juliana is a shining example of hard work and determination. After moving to the United States to provide a brighter future for her children, she’s grateful for friends like you who help put food on her family’s table while she works to get firmly on her feet. Juliana is a proud mother to a daughter …
James fondly remembers volunteering with his family at Emmaus House as a child. He recalls seeing the impact it made in the community then, and he is grateful for the impact it is making in his life today. James worked several years in construction – sometimes up to five jobs at a time – before …
We really don’t know what some people have to struggle with. Mike was planning dinner for his family and needed a spatula. While on his way to a friend’s house to borrow one, he was involved in a collision with an impaired driver which caused a bad break in his leg that he is still …
The rolling farm land that surrounds Ulysses, Kansas is home to Maria and her husband Ramone. The couple has two adult sons, one who lives at home and another who lives in Hugoton. It’s one of their greatest joys that the family — including grandchildren and great-grandchildren — has remained so close by. Ramone enjoyed …
Family and church fill Nidia’s days. And with five children to care for, she has her hands full! Nidia was formerly a Burger King manager but lost her job in the height of the pandemic and hasn’t found stable work since. These days, her family relies solely on her husband’s income as a food truck …
The holidays are a special time to give thanks for all the blessings we received over the past year. But not everyone across our communities has the means to celebrate. This season can be a painful reminder of hunger for Kansans like Billy and his wife. The couple has been continuing to struggle financially since …
James is a devoted son. He does his best to care for his 94-year old mother, who lives with him. In fact, he worked two jobs — in sterile processing at St. Francis Hospital and as a cashier at Lowe’s — to provide for their needs. But lately, finances have been tight. James has lymphedema, …
With a 10-year-old son whom he absolutely adores, Tim has made it his mission to teach his boy that one never stops trying in life. Tim lives every day by this rule in the hopes his son will do the same. Recently, Tim was laid off from his career as an aircraft mechanic. He hasn’t …
For over 45 years, Howard has worked hard to provide for the people he loves. When he was just 18 years old, he went to work to help his family, honing his skills as amechanic and body specialist. “I had to do something to help bring money into my parents’ house,” Howard says. When Howard …
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Amy, a personal assistant and home healthcare worker, has lived in Salina for nearly 11 years. She and her husband, Michael, have three children. Michael also just recently started his own lawn care business this summer. One of Amy’s most beloved hobbies is working in the yard, so she adores being able to do what …
