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Once a Client, Now a Monthly Donor – Jane’s Story

September 29, 2022

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With a medical degree from Russia, Jane Updyke moved to the United States unsure of where to begin her job search. She was spending hours just trying to find places…

Rising up to Support her Family – Sara’s Story

July 28, 2022

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After working in manufacturing for three years without a salary increase, Sara Ndayisaba, a foreign-born citizen and mom of four children, knew she needed a change. “I didn’t know where…

Practice Makes Perfect – Diana’s Story

March 31, 2022

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At age 57, Diana Monaco’s quality assurance position of nearly a decade was eliminated during the Covid-19 pandemic. It was her plan to stay there until retirement, so she felt…

Finding hope after Graduating during a Pandemic – Nina’s Story

February 8, 2022

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Nina graduated from the Community College of Allegheny County in May 2020 – during the heart of the COVID-19 pandemic. After taking all the right steps, she was frustrated in…

Making Big Moves during a Pandemic – Kristen’s Story

January 20, 2022

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Originally from Pittsburgh, Kristen had worked at a job she loved in New York City for nearly seven years. When the Covid-19 pandemic began in March 2020, her company regretfully…

Finding Community in Dark Times – Jen’s Story

November 15, 2021

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As the COVID-19 pandemic set in, Jen James experienced hardship after hardship. Their life began to spiral, and after getting laid off, they felt more alone than ever. “I felt…

Being Brave – Mariamo’s Story

November 1, 2021

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A refugee from Tanzania, Africa, Mariamo married young and quickly became a mother of three girls. Her marriage was difficult and unhealthy. Pregnant with a fourth child, she bravely decided…

When your Mentor becomes your Employer – Jenn’s Story

October 1, 2021

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As Jenn Kish approached graduation in May 2021, she was struggling to find a job opportunity that was right for her. “Paralegal Studies is a broad degree. I was having…

Realizing her Worth: Tiffany’s Story

May 3, 2021

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After battling a drug addiction that led to unemployment, homelessness, and eventually imprisonment, Tiffany was looking for a fresh start as she completed rehab and got sober. She found PA…

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Once a Client, Now a Monthly Donor – Jane’s Story

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Finding hope after Graduating during a Pandemic – Nina’s Story

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Finding Community in Dark Times – Jen’s Story

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