About Us

Jasmine is a 19-year-old mother navigating grief, responsibility, and hope. Six months ago, her best friend and closest confidant died by suicide, leaving her struggling to find the motivation to move forward. She dreams of providing a stable life for her child but feels overwhelmed by the challenges of parenting alone. As a high school dropout, finding suitable employment has been even more difficult for Jasmine. Living with her cousin and her cousin’s two children in a small, overcrowded one-bedroom apartment, she is stuck caring for her cousin’s kids while her cousin works to maintain a roof over their heads.

Adding to her struggles, Jasmine’s W-2 benefits recently ended, creating even more financial stress. Despite feeling trapped, Jasmine remains determined to find a way forward.

Tiana is an 18-year-old mother living in a shelter with her 3-month-old daughter. After aging out of foster care, Tiana found herself without a stable place to call home. Her days are consumed with finding ways to care for her baby, navigating social services, and searching for safe housing.

Tiana dreams of becoming a nurse. She has a natural talent for caring for others, but with no family to rely on and no access to affordable childcare, pursuing her education feels impossible. Most nights, she lies awake, worrying about how she’ll provide for her 3 month old daughter..

Marcus is a 21-year-old father who has faced more challenges than most his age. Growing up, his mother struggled with drug addiction, leaving Marcus to care for himself and his younger siblings. At just 16, he dropped out of high school to take on responsibilities no teenager should have to face.

Now, as a single father to his two-year-old son, Marcus is determined to break the cycle. He works part-time to provide for his child, but without a high school diploma or stable childcare, he struggles to move forward. Marcus hopes to be able to create a better life for his son, a life filled with stability, and opportunity.