One Step Closer To Home: Amber’s Story
Working against rising rents and expensive groceries, a single mother shares how she's conquering debt to make her family-backyard dream come true.
Going Into Debt To Buy Back-to-School Shoes: Ashley’s Story
Battling rising costs and caregiving demands, a single mother shares her journey away from debt and toward financial stability.
When Financial Abuse Breaks a Family: Elizabeth and Linda’s story
Two sisters recount how their mother’s decline and exploitation shattered their financial security and devastated close-knit family bonds.
From a Challenging Childhood to a Chosen Family: Yousef’s Story
On his own earlier than planned, 30-year-old Yousef faces a catch-22: not enough education for stable work, not enough savings for more education.
When Economic Strain Sparks Dreams of Policy Change: Margarita’s Story
Growing up in an economically diverse city showed Margarita, now a college junior, how place shapes financial destiny.
Navigating Nonprofit Work in Uncertain Times: Ori’s Story
Working at a nonprofit was a dream come true for Ori, until funding cuts put her job and personal finances on shaky ground.
The Real Cost of Being a Black Entrepreneur: Wande’s Story
As a nonprofit co-founder, Wande is confronting funding inequities head-on while building an organization that puts community and workers first.
From Poverty to a College Degree: Angel’s Story
Without a financial safety net, one college graduate’s journey to a diploma was paved with setbacks and plenty of resolve.
Still Striving for Financial Independence: Becky’s Story
Entering adulthood has come with ‘curveballs’ that her parents never faced, and an increasingly uneven playing field to catch up.
600 Job Applications, No Offers: Zerui’s Story
After earning his master’s with honors last year, Zerui is getting by on low-wage work while he continues to apply for jobs. Still, he remains hopeful.
Rebuilding Without Renters Insurance: Rob’s Story
After a movie-like getaway, Rob lost his car, home, and work equipment to the LA wildfires. Weeks later, another family tragedy hit.
‘Embers Around Our Faces’: Amanda’s Story
Amanda’s family fled when LA’s wildfires swept through their tight-knit neighborhood, engulfing many homes in flames. Read how they started over, even against the odds.
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