With the sheer number of job opportunities out there today, choosing the right job can be really overwhelming, especially if you are unemployed. Chase found himself feeling this way not that long ago. Without a job or income, he was feeling the pressure to find a job. After enrolling in FoodShare, his Income Maintenance worker … See details
Although James generally keeps his finances private, his story will sound familiar to a lot of small business owners in recent years. After the pandemic, it became harder and harder to find workers for his home renovation business. Before long, his family was struggling to keep up their mortgage, and he realized his business could … See details
Stephanie had only been living in Wisconsin for a mere month when she visited our office. After recently losing her mother, Stephanie felt completely on her own, wanting a fresh start and determined to find her place in the world. She suddenly found herself looking for her forever home in Wisconsin. One of the first … See details
Congratulations to Hakim, who’s started his first job in construction after graduating from our Highway Construction Skills Training (HCST) program! Hakim hadn’t considered construction when he met our team a few months ago. He was just hoping for a fresh start and joined the FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program, through a third party program … See details
Klara has the kind of grit that helps her laugh when others might cry. Today, however, her smile springs to her lips from a joyful heart. It’s the kind of smile you can hear over the phone while she’s answering calls at her new job. It’s a confident smile, knowing that her children are safe, … See details
Christine knows the value of being heard. That’s why she was drawn to her career path in social work. “I am always willing to have an open mind and hear people,” she states, recalling how helpful it was to have people there for her when she was struggling. Forward Service Corporation put Christina on her … See details
A personal touch can go a long way. When Michael found a job through our FoodShare Employment and Training (FSET) program in 2020, he was eager to make it work. The last thing he wanted was to lose that job and have to start all over again a few months later, but that’s exactly what … See details
The pandemic has had far reaching effects and not just on employment. Education and training have had more than their share of new obstacles, which is why it’s empowering to hear how people overcome and succeed. Enter David, who was working toward his degree when his studies were interrupted by COVID-19. Financial Challenges David was … See details
