We alert you today to a husband/father who is recovering from colon cancer surgery. He is a hard worker with a strong work history at a North American-based steel producer. His wife does work, but he is the primary breadwinner for her and the five children (15 to 2) in the home. As many are, he was surprised by the cancer diagnosis, but even more surprised by how quickly doctors wanted to operate. He did have some savings, but was unprepared for ...

We alert you today to a teacher who is recovering from surgery. She has worked at the same school as a class support teacher for special needs children for the past 5 years. During that time, she returned to school and will graduate from her program later this month. This is an exciting accomplishment for her as she will receive a promotion and a significant raise immediately. Unfortunately, she is in serious financial need after she had complica ...

We alert you to a family in need, as the 48-year-old father is in hospice suffering from lung cancer. He was diagnosed less than one year ago, and doctors have given him just a few weeks to live. The wife/mother has been working as much as she can, but has experienced a flare-up with her autoimmune disease due to the stress. She needs $1,500 for their rent. We want ot help her stabilize her housing during this sad time. ...

We alert you today to a widow in need after losing her 28-year-old husband to a heart attack earlier this year. She has done her best to pick up the pieces for herself and her children and has been working to earn her commercial driver's license, which she will finish in a few weeks. She has employment lined up immediately after, but has been unable to work full-time during the program. She can pay some of her rent but needs $1,100 to cover the b ...

We alert you today to a woman who is working through a divorce. She is working full-time as well as picking up side jobs to make ends meet. The court costs and child custody legal fees have been too much for her budget, and she needs some help. We want to help her with her $2,100 December rent so she can make it through the end of the year as the case is closed out. ...

This week, we are giving thanks for the ability to assist those in need. Today, we spoke to a devoted husband and father who was laid off from his company in August. He was diligent in his job search and will begin his new job on December 8. His wife works full-time and pays utilities, food, and things for the kids. His salary has paid rent, insurance, and the car. He has used all of their savings covering his expenses for September-November. We ...