Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

When an unexpected health challenge kept a hardworking mother away from her job longer than planned, the resulting gap in income turned a temporary recovery into a fight to keep her household running. Now, as she navigates the transition back to work, the weight of overdue utility bills threatens the very stability and safety of her family’s home. Your support provides the critical relief needed to keep the lights on, offering this resilient mother the breathing room to settle her past-due accounts and focus on a bright, stable future for her children.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Living on a fixed income requires incredible discipline, yet rising utility costs have created a gap that even the most careful budgeting cannot bridge. Despite her best efforts to pay what she could each month, this mother now faces the reality of a darkened home and an insurmountable balance. Your contribution provides the immediate relief needed to turn the lights back on, directly rewarding a parent's persistence and restoring the basic security her family deserves.

Partner: Henrico County Public Schools Office of Family & Community Engagement

Advisor: Alexis Miller

After previously qualifying for meal assistance, these two siblings found themselves without coverage this year, leading to a mounting lunch balance that their family simply cannot bridge. Beyond the daily need for a meal, this debt creates a silent barrier to their future: unpaid fees can often prevent students from receiving the transcripts they need to apply for college or careers. Your support clears this financial hurdle, ensuring that these siblings stay nourished today and that nothing stands in the way of their success on graduation day.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Samantha Strauss

Michelle is an Army Veteran who is currently experiencing homelessness. She is trying to get back on her feet and return to her career field of choice. She is looking for funds to help cover her certification fees to get her Life and Annuties license and take the licensing exam. Your help with grant her the chance to get ahead while she continues her search for housing. Thank you for considering!