Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Roundtree is currently experiencing homelessness while working hard to earn money and support her family and children back home in Connecticut. Being away from her kids while trying to build enough stability to provide for them has been incredibly difficult. Right now, she urgently needs help paying for her storage unit. That unit holds belongings that are important to her and her family, and losing it would mean losing the things she has worked so hard to hold onto during an already overwhelming time. A contribution toward her storage bill would give Ms. Roundtree one less thing to worry about while she continues working toward stable housing and a better situation for her family.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

With back-to-school expenses and sports fees piling up, Cassandra stretched every dollar as far as it could go, but the sudden surge in her electricity bills pushed her tight budget past its limit. Even after prioritizing immediate needs and cutting back, her smallest payments weren't enough to prevent a notice of disconnection. Receiving this support keeps the power running and lifts an overwhelming weight from her shoulders, giving her family the security and warmth they need to focus on school, stay organized, and thrive.

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

Advisor: Alexis Miller

Having recently navigated living in a hotel, Whitney has worked tirelessly to rebuild stability by securing both employment and a permanent home. However, an unexpected wage garnishment has severely strained her paycheck, leaving her struggling to cover her essential utility bills while waiting for the garnishment to end in December. Receiving this vital utility assistance will keep her lights and heat on, protecting her from a devastating disconnection. Most importantly, this support ensures she doesn't lose the new, stable housing she worked so hard to achieve, keeping her empowered and on track toward full financial independence.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Chad Skipwith

Mr. Artis is a 62-year-old male who is experiencing homelessness. He is a current resident at Caritas' The Healing Place seeking recovery. He is an exceptional employee at Walmart which allowed him to take some time off to seek recovery and better himself. Nonetheless, he has to return to work by the end of September in order to retain his job. Caritas has provided some funds, but it did not cover the entire move-in fees. Therefore, he is seeking assistance from the community in order to pay for his apartment application fee and remaining move-in fees in order to have a safe place to stay while continuing his recovery efforts and maintaining his job at Walmart.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Burton has been through an incredibly difficult chapter. She has experienced homelessness while working hard to survive and build a better life for herself. She has worked as a truck driver in a male-dominated industry, taking on demanding work and pushing through challenges that would be difficult for anyone. After being separated from her loved ones, Ms. Burton has finally reconnected with her family in Newark, New Jersey. They are ready to welcome her home, and she finally has the opportunity to be reunited with the people she loves. For Ms. Burton, this isn't just a bus ride. It's the chance to finally leave behind a period of homelessness and uncertainty and walk back into the arms of her family. It's the chance to sit with her loved ones, feel supported, and start rebuilding her life surrounded by the people who care about her. After everything she has endured and all the hard work she has put in to keep going, she deserves the chance to make it home.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Chad Skipwith

Mr. Louis is a 59-year-old who unfortunately is experiencing homelessness. He had a stable life in Houston, TX before agreeing to move back to Richmond to take care of his mother-in-law. He maintained for over 3 years living and taking care of her until unfortunately his mother-in-law passed in 2026 and the family decided to sell the house which was his home. Hence, he is a current resident of Caritas and has been attempting to establish stability again. He is currently working at DHL and is attempting to save up for his new place. Therefore, he is requesting the community's assistance with his apartment application in hopes of approval and a better future out of the shelter.

Partner: Caritas

Advisor: Colleen McDonald

Ms. Tompkins has survived more than most people will ever know. After experiencing homelessness and domestic violence, she has worked hard to rebuild her life and create a more stable future for herself. As a former military spouse, she has spent years supporting others and putting responsibilities ahead of her own needs. For someone who has fought so hard to get back on her feet, something as simple as a proper uniform can make a tremendous difference. It means being prepared for work, showing up with confidence, and taking another step toward stability and self-sufficiency.